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SDSU Extension Dairy Field Specialist Tracey Erickson to Retire
October 15, 2021
After 31 years of providing education and service to South Dakota livestock producers, South Dakota State University Extension Dairy Field Specialist Tracey Erickson has announced her retirement. Her last day is June 21.
SDSU Swine Day to Celebrate Swine Education and Research Facility’s Fifth Anniversary
October 08, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility at this year’s Swine Day on Nov. 2.
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.
‘Baa-d Cedars’ Field Day Examines Goat-Targeted Grazing on Cedars
September 17, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension invites the public to an interactive Eastern Red Cedar Management Field Day to see the impact goats can have in controlling the most widely distributed conifer across eastern North America.
Five Tips to Keeping Livestock Vaccines Viable on Farm
September 09, 2021
Whether the producer/veterinarian team chooses an inactivated or modified-live virus vaccination program, Daly says it’s important that the vaccines don’t go past their prime.
September Drought Hour Examines Cover Crops, System Strategies
September 08, 2021
While portions of South Dakota saw some reprieve from the drought last week, the climate outlook for September through November is leaning towards drier than average conditions and warmer than average temperatures.
SDSU Offers Two Delivery Dates for 2021-2022 Calf Value Discovery Program
August 30, 2021
The South Dakota State University Calf Value Discovery Program will accept steers at two delivery times this year due to dry conditions.
Video Series Offers Tips on Harvesting Failed Crops as Forage
August 24, 2021
To help producers navigate through these issues, SDSU Extension and the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition have recently released a new video series, “Salvaging Drought Stressed Crops.”
SDSU Extension to Tackle Weed, Pest and Drought Inquiries at State Fair
August 23, 2021
To address drought concerns, as well as weed and pest inquiries, South Dakota State University Extension will feature two booth locations at the 2021 South Dakota State Fair Sept. 2-6 in Huron.
Range Beef Cow Symposium Set for Nov. 16 and 17
August 18, 2021
The XXVII Range Beef Cow Symposium will return to South Dakota Nov. 16 and 17 at the Monument Civic Center in Rapid City.
Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum Workshop Postponed
August 16, 2021
The Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum Workshop scheduled for Aug. 19 at the South Dakota State University Extension Pierre Regional Center has been postponed.
Salvaging for Silage: Tips to Minimize Loss, Maximize Value
August 09, 2021
With South Dakota rangeland and pastures rated 84% poor to very poor across the state, many cattle producers may be thinking about putting up silage for a feed source.
SDSU Extension to Provide Drought Resources, Water and Forage Testing at Dakotafest
August 05, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension invites crop and livestock producers to its new booth location, #216, at the 2021 Dakotafest in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Controlling Grasshoppers, Salvaging Drought Corn Kick Off August Drought Hours
August 04, 2021
According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, nearly 18% of the state is in Extreme Drought (D3), while another 70% follows as Severe Drought (D2).
Last Chance to Register for 2021 SDSU Extension Feedlot Shortcourse
August 02, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension encourages cattle feeders and backgrounders from South Dakota and surrounding states to attend this year's Feedlot Shortcourse.