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SDSU Extension welcomes new water specialist
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Ryan Lefers as the new Griffith Endowed Chair in Agriculture and Water Resources, South Dakota Water Resources Institute Director and SDSU Extension Water Management Specialist.
Three outstanding operations receive SD Master Lamb Producer Awards
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Master Lamb Producer Awards.
Agriculture Behavioral Health Voucher Program
The voucher program provides funding for free mental health counseling services to farm families.
Corn Hybrid Trial Results
In 2025, corn hybrid and conventional corn hybrid trials were conducted at different locations throughout South Dakota.
Prussic Acid Poisoning
As the first frost date approaches, producers often have concerns about the risk of prussic acid poisoning in livestock. Certain forage plants, especially sorghums and related species are associated with an increased risk of death loss because of prussic acid poisoning.
Corn Stalk Rental Rates
Corn stalk acres have long been a source of feed for livestock producers. But how much should producers charge to graze them, and what factors should they consider when developing a rental agreement?
Our Impact
As the outreach arm of our state’s land grant, South Dakota State University, SDSU Extension is able to provide farmers, ranchers, agri-business people, communities, families and youth with the research-based information they need to succeed.
216,854
Individuals Reached
$5,909,271.50
Value of Volunteer Hours
114,099
Adult and Youth Educational Contacts
