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South Dakota State University on-site wean-to-finish barn.

Best Practices for Swine Manure Application

A publication covering best practices for swine manure application.

tall trees in the Black Hills

Tree Pest Alert

From seasonal issues and timely recommendations to disease diagnosis and expert advice, the Tree Pest Alert is a trusted resource for selecting, planting and caring for trees and shrubs all year round.

Newborn dairy calf and mother cow.

Adopt-A-Cow: Dairy

Virtual program for students to follow their "adopted" cow and calf through-out the school year.

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Crop Budgets

Crop Production Budgets help producers to determine the preliminary cost of production for the major commodities grown in South Dakota.

A small group of children at daycare.

Strengthening Rural Childcare Through Community Collaboration

Survey reports that aim to understand the current landscape of childcare in the state, focusing on availability, cost, quality, and impact on families and the economy.

Dave Anderson, President, Mt. Vernon Economic Development Group

South Dakota Newcomers Survey Report

Results from the 2024 state-wide Newcomer Survey, which was administered to gain a better understanding of the newcomer population in South Dakota.

Two clear bottles labeled 4 and 5 with white liquid inside. Bottle 5 has white substrate settled at the bottom.

Herbicide Mixing Order

The order in which herbicides are mixed in a tank can influence the effectiveness.

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South Dakota State 4-H Scholarship Application

4-H Scholarship application for South Dakota 4-H members.

tall trees in the Black Hills

Tree Issue Treatments

Commonly available in pesticides for Conifer and Broadleaf disease, disorder, insect and mite treatment options.

A herd of cattle gather around a stock pond on a vast, lush grassland. Courtesy: USDA [CC BY 2.0]

Weed Control: Pasture and Range

There are many undesirable plants or invasive plant species in South Dakota's 24 million acres of native and tame pasture range. This guide provides a summary of different herbicide suggestions and uses.