Jeff Martin

Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Bison Specialist

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SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek DR
Rapid City, SD 57703

Jeff supports the citizens of South Dakota in his role as an Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Bison Specialist based in Rapid City.

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West River Research and Extension

Also by Jeff Martin

Small group of bison on rangeland.

Decoding Bison Dietary Selection: More Than Just Grass

While bison are often thought of as quintessential grazers, their diet is surprisingly variable. However, they also snack on non-grass species throughout the year.

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Bringing happy, healthy bison back to the Great Plains

January 17, 2025

There are approximately 400,000 bison across North America, down from 30 to 60 million prior to the 1860s. South Dakota has the largest bison population in the U.S. with nearly 40,000, and Martin hopes to see it keep rising.

Bison herd grazing on a vast, rolling grassland.

Decoding Bison

The Decoding Bison program is designed to equip bison managers from the private, tribal, nonprofit government organization and public sectors with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective bison management.

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