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33rd Lamb Bonanza to showcase sheep industry during SDSU basketball game
January 02, 2025
The 2025 Lamb Bonanza is Saturday, Jan. 11, at First Bank & Trust Arena on the SDSU campus in Brookings. The game starts at 2 p.m. and features the SDSU women versus the University of Missouri-Kansas City Roos.
SDSU Extension welcomes new Community Vitality field specialist
December 31, 2024
As a Community Vitality field specialist, Kluin will support the well-being and sustainability of South Dakota’s communities through focused programs and discussions. She is based at the Sioux Falls Regional Center.
SDSU Extension to provide educational sessions during 2025 Dakota Farm Show
December 19, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension will provide a day of educational sessions for crop and cattle producers during the 2025 Dakota Farm Show in Vermillion.
SDSU, NDSU Extension to host free virtual workshops on aging well
December 16, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension are hosting a series of free workshops to help older adults learn how to age well, stay healthy and remain in their own homes for as long as possible.
SDSU Extension 4-H launches regional support for county operations
December 16, 2024
SDSU Extension has organized operations support into four regions: North, South, Central and West. Each region consists of about 16 counties and is supported by an assigned regional youth educator.
SDSU Extension to host fifth annual 4-H Capitol Day
December 10, 2024
Held in conjunction with Brookings and SDSU days at the Capitol, the event provides educational legislative experiences for 4-H members and the opportunity to meet 4-H supporters from across the state.
SDSU Extension launching Cattle HQ live webinar series
December 10, 2024
Each month’s webinar will feature a speaker discussing timely topics and the latest SDSU Extension research and resources.
SDSU Extension to co-host prescribed fire forum for private landowners
December 09, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension, Audubon Great Plains and partner organizations are hosting a first-of-its-kind event for private landowners in South Dakota interested in prescribed fire as a management tool.
SDSU Extension to host creative writing workshops in 2025
December 09, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the 2025 dates for its Heirlooms online creative writing workshops to help participants craft their own life stories.
Platte to host 2025 SDSU Extension Energize conference
December 09, 2024
The seventh annual Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference will be on May 6-7, 2025, in Platte. The conference schedule and registration details will be announced in early 2025.
SDSU Extension to host virtual Annie’s Project for women in agriculture
December 09, 2024
Annie’s Project is designed to empower women in agriculture to be successful through education, networks and resources. All are welcome to attend.
SDSU Extension to host Money Talk for Women
December 02, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension will host a virtual educational series to help women become more financially empowered.
SDSU Extension 4-H donates 894 care kits to people in need
November 22, 2024
For the project, members collected personal hygiene items and packaged them into Clover Care Kits. The kits contained hygiene items like a bath towel, washcloth, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo/conditioner, soap and deodorant. 4-H members and their families donated 894 kits to organizations that serve people in need across the state.
SDSU Extension 2025 Crop Hour webinar series starts in January
November 18, 2024
Crop Hour provides producers and industry professionals with information to navigate the
challenges and opportunities of farming in South Dakota. People can participate live via Zoom or watch the recorded presentations on YouTube.
SDSU Extension launches new on-demand financial training
November 15, 2024
Your Money Your Goals is a free, on-demand training course for anyone looking to improve their financial skills.