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Beefing up Herd Health
In this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Dr. Russ Daly from South Dakota State University Extension. Dr. Daly shares his expertise on herd health.
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What You Need to Know About Social Security for Retirement Planning
Social Security benefits are money you get from the government when you retire. You get them if you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for a certain amount of time.
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Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Precision Agriculture
Fact sheet on cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Precision Agriculture
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These mosquitoes are awful! What can I do in my backyard to manage them?
Mosquitoes are out in force across much of South Dakota. While there are steps you can take to prevent bites, there are also chemical and non-chemical options available for backyard mosquito control.
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Range Roundup: SDSU’s Native Plant Initiative
The SDSU Native Plant Initiative aims to improve our understanding of South Dakota’s native plants, including which ones are best-suited for restoration and production. This information will help guide stakeholders in matching native species to desired restoration outcomes.
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Summer Family Fitness Challenge
As the world gears up to watch the pinnacle of athletic performance and international competition this summer, now is a great time to jump into your own family competition to gather essential minutes of physical activity!
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