Forage

SDSU Extension works with forage producers, providing them with access to quick tests, research-based information, and best management practices to help maximize yields and nutritional quality of forages.

Twine or netting? Yes, our team can help you make this decision too. 

Forage Field Day

SDSU Extension, Nebraska Extension, the Northern Plains Forage Association and I-29 Moo University hosted a virtual forage field day on August 6, 2024. Use the playlist to view the recorded presentations.

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Forage Variety Trial Results

The 2025 Forage Variety Trial Results include data from different locations in South Dakota.

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Alfalfa Variety Trial Results

Progress reports for alfalfa variety trials

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Forage Inventory and Demand Calculator

Calculator for inventorying livestock and forage on hand to determine additional forage purchase needs, or livestock sales.

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Yellow Toadflax Has Begun Producing Seeds: Scout before treating infested areas

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SDSU Extension welcomes new crop and livestock field specialist

September 12, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Parker Witt as a new Crop and Livestock Field Specialist.

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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.