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Limited Forage: What Are Some Alternatives?
Research has shown that a variety of feedstuffs can be utilized to meet the cows’ nutrient requirements with similar performance to hay or hay plus supplement ration.
Early Weaning as a Drought Management Strategy
Successfully managing drought conditions requires balancing the amount of forage demanded by grazing livestock with the amount produced.
Drylotting Cow-Calf Pairs
Whether because of reduced forage production caused by drought, or increased competition for grazing acres, feeding lactating cows in a drylot is being at least considered as an option by more ranchers.
Consejos Básicos Para los Trabajadores de Lecherías de Cómo Afrontar el Invierno del Medio Oeste
Los inviernos fríos y nevados son un desafío para los trabajadores de las granjas lecheras, especialmente para aquellos inmigrantes que provienen de climas más cálidos donde las temperaturas raramente descienden a un solo dígito.
Colder Weather Tips for Midwestern Dairy Farm Employees
Cold and snowy winters are a challenge for dairy workers, especially for those immigrants coming from warmer climates. Informing workers of simple cold weather survival tips is beneficial in improving their quality of life, both at home and the workplace.
SDSU Extension Launches New AgritourismSD Program
January 12, 2021
Do you farm or ranch and want to share your passion and excitement for agriculture with others?
SDSU Extension to Host Sustaining the Legacy Virtual Conference
November 13, 2020
SDSU Extension will host a Sustaining the Legacy virtual conference on December 2, 9 and 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. CST each evening.
Financial Measures for South Dakota Farms
Farm and ranch businesses have a sizeable investment in equipment, buildings, land, and livestock. These investments require their owners and managers to remain knowledgeable about the financial condition of their business. The information to calculate measures of financial performance can be found in their farm record books or accounting system.
SDSU Extension Professionals Honored for Accomplishments
November 10, 2020
SDSU Extension professionals were recognized for a variety of achievements at the annual Fall Conference held virtually October 28-29.
COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for Essential Swine Industry Employees
America’s pig farmers doing the right things to protect people, pigs, and the planet continue, even during this challenging time.