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The Power of Women as AgVocates Rescheduled to March 4 and 5
February 08, 2022
The Power of Women as AgVocates Conference has been rescheduled for March 4-5, 2022 in Fort Pierre, South Dakota at the Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center and the Missouri Avenue Event Center in Pierre.
SDSU Extension Seeks Participants for Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Focus Groups
January 27, 2022
SDSU Extension invites individuals involved in farming, ranching and agriculture to participate in a statewide comprehensive needs assessment on farm/ranch stress and mental health.
South Dakota Remote Works Training Resumes in September
October 26, 2021
Established in January of 2021, the program is a collaboration with Utah State University's Rural Online Initiative that provides "specialized remote work training to individuals for success in a rapidly changing economy."
Third Annual 'Energize!' Conference Sees Sustained Success
October 26, 2021
An opportunity to hear about successful revitalizations, community projects and business opportunities, this year’s Energize! Conference drew more than 100 people.
Energize! Conference: Save the Date! May 5-6, 2020
October 25, 2021
The SDSU Extension Community Vitality Team and the Community of Milbank are teaming up to host the Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference May 5-6, 2020 in Milbank, South Dakota.
Energize! Conference Rescheduled to October 7-8, 2020 in Milbank, SD
October 25, 2021
SDSU Extension is rescheduling the third annual Energize Conference to October 7-8, 2020 in order to comply with CDC guidelines and to protect the population from COVID-19.
SDSU Extension Promotes Making Informed Food Choices for National Nutrition Month® 2020
October 18, 2021
As part of National Nutrition Month® 2020 in March, the SDSU Extension Food and Families Team encourages people to make informed food choices and develop healthy eating and physical activity habits.
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.
Registration Open for Chronic Disease Self-Management Lay Leader Training
July 27, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension is offering a virtual Better Choices, Better Health SD Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Lay Leader Training Aug. 19 to Sept. 30.
SDSU Extension to Host Summer Farm Stress Series
May 24, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension is launching additional virtual farm stress workshops to promote mental health awareness from May throughout the summer.
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.
Stress and Mental Health Resources Available to South Dakota Producers, Family Members and Friends
August 14, 2020
April blizzards, wet planting and harvest conditions, low commodity prices, and trade concerns made 2019 a stressful year for many South Dakotans.