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SDSU Extension Increases Access to Sustaining the Legacy Conference
September 23, 2021
Starting in the fall of 2021, SDSU Extension will host two-day Sustaining the Legacy Conferences in five different locations across the state of South Dakota.

Organizers Unveil Lineup for the XXVII Range Beef Cow Symposium
September 21, 2021
Cattle ranchers and industry professionals are invited to hear the latest cutting-edge information and updates at the upcoming Range Beef Cow Symposium Nov. 16-17 in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Peterson Farm Brothers to Headline AgriCulture on the Square
July 23, 2021
After a one-year break due to the pandemic, AgriCulture on the Square will be back in Rapid City, South Dakota on Saturday, Sept. 11.

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.

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.

SDSU Extension to Address Economic and Marketing Issues in Crop and Livestock Production During Ag Economic Dialogue Series
August 06, 2020
SDSU Extension will host monthly Ag Economic Dialogues throughout 2020 to assist farmers and ranchers in making the best and most profitable decisions for their operations.

SDSU Extension to Hold Workshops for Beginning Farmers/Ranchers Looking for Land
August 04, 2020
SDSU Extension will host Farmland for the Next Generation, an eight-week virtual workshop series, beginning August 31.

SDSU Extension Welcomes Joshua Hofer to Community Vitality Team
July 14, 2020
Joshua Hofer is the newest member of SDSU Extension’s Community Vitality team of field specialists who assist with business, leadership and community development needs across the state.
South Dakota Small Business Basics Program Participant Earns Award in Business Plan Contest
July 14, 2020
Heather Solberg of Volga has been awarded $500 to put toward a business plan concept she developed while participating in the Small Business Basics program coordinated by SDSU Extension.

Nathania Knight Awarded South Dakota State University’s 2020 Outstanding Professional Award
May 01, 2020
Nathania Knight has been awarded the 2020 Outstanding Professional Award by the South Dakota State University Professional Staff Advisory Council.

SDSU Extension Continues Outreach Efforts During COVID-19 Pandemic
April 03, 2020
While offices throughout the state are closed, SDSU Extension experts remain available remotely and encourage the public to reach out to them via email or by phone.

Agritourism Workshop helps South Dakota producers identify opportunities
March 27, 2020
Opportunities in agritourism for South Dakota farmers and ranchers were shared at the Agritourism Workshop held Feb. 20-21 in Pierre.