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SDSU Extension invites youth to 2026 Rangeland and Soil Days
March 24, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension invites youth interested in learning more about grasslands and soil health to the 2026 Rangeland and Soil Days in Belle Fourche.
SDSU Extension 4-H youth enjoy day at the Capitol
March 24, 2026
More than 75 youth and supporters enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about state history and government during the 2026 4-H Capitol Day on Feb. 20.
SDSU Extension 4-H members participate in national FCS competition
February 17, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H members won second place in the national Family and Consumer Sciences Skill-a-thon.
SDSU Extension 4-H excels at 2026 Western National Roundup
February 06, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H youth excelled at the 2026 Western National Roundup, winning the overall high state award in the Horse Classic.
SDSU Extension hosts successful inaugural 4-H Gala
January 06, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension hosted a successful 4-H Gala in November.
SDSU Extension names 4-H State Ambassadors for 2025-‘26
October 10, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H is pleased to announce the youth chosen as State 4-H Ambassadors for the coming year.
SDSU Extension invites youth and supporters to 2025 4-H Gala
October 01, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H is pleased to welcome youth and their supporters to the 2025 4-H Gala, “Bright Lights, Bold Legacy”.
SDSU Extension Announces Interim Leadership Roles
September 24, 2025
The South Dakota State University College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences has announced interim roles for several SDSU Extension leadership positions.
SDSU Extension 4-H recognizes volunteers during 2025 State Fair
September 23, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H is pleased to announce that the 4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame and 4-H Shooting Sports Hall of Fame will add six individuals on Aug. 31, 2025, during the 2025 South Dakota State Fair in Huron. In addition, eight individuals will be recognized for their outstanding 4-H volunteer service.
Miss Rodeo America represents South Dakota and SDSU Extension 4-H on national stage
September 19, 2025
Callie Mueller is passionate about Western culture and heritage. And, unsurprisingly for the reigning Miss Rodeo America, a big part of that is rodeo.
SDSU Extension 4-H awards 2025 scholarships
September 18, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the 11 winners of its 2025 4-H state-level scholarships.
SDSU Extension 4-H awards 2025 shooting sports scholarships
September 16, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the seven recipients of 4-H shooting sports state-level scholarships.
SDSU Extension experts to attend 2025 Dakotafest
August 06, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension experts will attend the 2025 Dakotafest trade show in Mitchell, providing educational resources and hands-on activities for a variety of topics.
SDSU Extension 4-H youth win 1st place at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships
July 23, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension 4-H youth who competed at the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships this year once again scored exceptionally well, including a first-place finish by Caden Chelmo of Brule County and the air pistol team.
2025 Rangeland and Soil Days contest hosts 133 youth
July 10, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce that 133 youth participated in the 41st annual Rangeland and 20th annual Soil Days contests on June 10-11, 2025, in Belle Fourche.