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SDSU Extension welcomes new livestock production and stewardship field specialist
August 11, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Paige Madison as a new Livestock Production and Stewardship Field Specialist.
SDSU Extension hosting webinar to prepare communities for end-of-life planning and recruit local volunteers
August 11, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension will host an informational webinar for individuals and professionals to learn about a program that helps people prepare for future caregiving and end-of-life decisions, and to explore opportunities to bring the program to their own communities.
SDSU Extension co-hosts successful 9th annual Rosebud Range Workshop
August 07, 2026
The ninth annual Rosebud Range Workshop was held on July 15, 2026, at the Rosebud Sioux Tribal Ranch, and event organizers lauded it as a successful and productive event.
SDSU provides updated recommendations on soil tarping
August 07, 2026
South Dakota State University has published new recommendations on soil tarping that can help producers manage weeds.
Celebrate Healthy Aging Month in September with SDSU Extension writing workshop
August 05, 2026
The popular Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop will be available in person in three communities during Healthy Aging Month in September.
SDSU Extension experts win national agricultural association awards
July 30, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension experts were recognized nationally for their excellence in outreach and Extension programming.
SDSU Extension provides additional drop boxes for free nitrate testing
July 30, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is providing additional drop-off locations for free nitrate testing to ensure a safe feed supply for livestock as dry conditions linger across much of the state.
Balancing economics with resources is theme of 2026 Eastern SD Water Conference
July 29, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension and the South Dakota Water Resources Institute at SDSU are excited to announce the theme of the 2026 Eastern South Dakota Water Conference: Balancing Economic Development with South Dakota Water Resources.
SDSU Extension welcomes new 4-H field specialists
July 28, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H is pleased to welcome two new field specialists.
SDSU Extension hosts community garden field day in Watertown
July 27, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension will host a field day at the Foundation Field Community Garden in Watertown on Aug. 6, 2026.
SDSU Extension experts to attend 2026 Dakotafest
July 22, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension experts will attend the 2026 Dakotafest trade show in Mitchell, providing educational resources and hands-on activities for a variety of topics.
SDSU Extension provides education, training for range management
July 16, 2026
As ranchers and cattlemen in the region face drought-related grazing pressures, South Dakota State University Extension and its partners have a bevy of opportunities to help them manage this year and begin planning for 2027.
Registration open for 2026 ‘Purposeful Retirement’ virtual book club
July 13, 2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 Purposeful Retirement Online Book Club, hosted by South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension.
SDSU Extension 4-H youth compete well at national shooting sports event
July 13, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H youth brought home top honors from the 2026 4 H Shooting Sports National Championships on June 21-26, 2026, in Grand Island, Nebraska.
SDSU Extension welcomes new sheep and goat specialist
July 09, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Ryan Spurling as a new assistant professor and Small Ruminant Production Specialist.