Wessington Springs 4-H are National Range Judging Champions
May 21, 2019
The Wessington Springs 4-H Range Judging Team were named national champions during the National 4-H Range Judging Competition held in Oklahoma City May 1-3, 2019.
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June 2019 Climate Outlook Not What Farmers Hoped For
May 20, 2019
Spring weather is trying the patience of many South Dakota farmers as wet and cool conditions create planting delays across the state
Soybean Growers Sought for On-Farm Research Program
May 15, 2019
SDSU Extension and the South Dakota Soybean Research and Promotion Council are seeking South Dakota soybean growers to participate in a farmer-led On-Farm Research Program.
SDSU Extension Volunteer, Jackie Rhode and Food & Families Capstone Recognized with National Awards
May 13, 2019
SDSU Extension volunteer, Jackie Rhode, Fort Thompson, and the SDSU Extension Food & Families Capstone were recognized for advancing health education and outreach with national awards during the National Health Outreach Conference held early May in Fort Worth, Texas.
Resources, Tools & Support Provided During SDSU Extension Farm Stress Workshops
May 10, 2019
Over time, the impacts of low markets and extreme weather can take a toll on South Dakota’s farmers, ranchers and those who care about them.
Your Money, Your Goals Program to Be Held at the Watertown Regional Library
May 10, 2019
Designed to help consumers meet their financial goal by increasing their knowledge, skills and resources, SDSU Extension is hosting Your Money, Your Goals June 12, 2019 at the Watertown Regional Library, Community Room (160 6th St. NE). The program is offered at no cost and will run from 6 – 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
SDSU Extension Annie’s Project for Women in Agriculture Begins June 3 in Clark
May 10, 2019
If you’re a woman involved in the agriculture industry, then SDSU Extension Annie’s Project may be the program for you. The program will be held in Clark beginning June 3, 2019.
Dandelion Season SDSU Extension Has Some Tips to Help with Control
May 07, 2019
Throughout the state, dandelions are running a couple of weeks behind normal, but they are starting to show. If herbicide wasn’t applied last fall, there are still a few things South Dakotans can do to control the yellow-flowered weed said Paul Johnson, SDSU Extension Weed Science Coordinator.
Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations Training in Huron June 26, 2019
May 06, 2019
An environmental training session for operators of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO), is set for June 26, 2019 in Huron at the Crossroads Convention Center (100 Fourth St. S.W.).
South Dakota Natural Resource Professionals Rangeland Workshop Held June 4-6, 2019 in Sturgis
April 30, 2019
Range professionals from SDSU Extension, the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Natural Resources Conservation Service are hosting a three-day workshop June 4-6, 2019 at Lamphere Ranch Campground, east of Sturgis (13010 Lamphere Ranch Road, PO Box 445, Sturgis, SD 57785).
SDSU Extension 4-H Sends 4-H Members to National 4-H Conference
April 29, 2019
South Dakota 4-H members attended the National 4-H Conference held at the National 4-H Conference Center; in Chevy Chase, Md., April 5 – April 11, 2019.
South Dakota Farmers Encouraged to Participate in Yield Variation SDSU Extension Soil Resiliency and Crop Insurance project
April 29, 2019
South Dakota farmers are encouraged to participate in the SDSU Extension Soil Resiliency and Crop Insurance Project developed to determine the correlation between yield variation and soil microbial numbers.
Don’t Forget About Stored Grain This Spring
April 22, 2019
As the outdoor temperature rises this spring, stored grains are warming as well. Due to a difficult and wet harvest last fall, many producers in the region chose to store grains much wetter than typical. As a result, special care needs to be taken for these grains as the air temperature rises this spring, explained Sara Bauder, SDSU Extension Agronomy Field Specialist.
Celebrate David Graper’s Contributions to South Dakota Horticulture & Master Gardeners April 26, 2019
April 18, 2019
For nearly 30 years, David Graper, SDSU Extension Horticulture Specialist & Extension Master Gardener Program Coordinator, has shared his horticulture knowledge and enthusiasm with South Dakotans.
South Dakota 4-H Members Attend National Youth Summits in Maryland
April 18, 2019
Six South Dakota 4-H members attended National 4-H Youth Summits focused on Agri-Science and Healthy Living held at the National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Md.