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Civic Education
South Dakota 4-H takes a comprehensive approach to civic education in our communities that includes three key programs and resources: 4-H Capitol Day, 4-H Legislature, and the 4-H Civocacy Guide.
4-H Capitol Day
4-H Capitol Day provides an opportunity for our youth to meet and greet their state lawmakers.
Cow-Calf Share Lease Calculator
Decision aid tool to calculate cow-calf share leases.
Ag Business
Modern agriculture requires savvy financial planning and strategy.
Artificial Insemination (AI) Checklist
A checklist to prepare for artificial insemination for cattle.
Dedicated educators help South Dakota youth succeed nationally
January 20, 2026
In May, South Dakota sent 84 youth to the National Land and Range Judging Contest in El Reno, Oklahoma. Out of the 34 states that competed, only Texas came close to matching those numbers with 72 participants.
Private Applicator Training for Crops
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training for crops on April 15, 2026, from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CT (12:30 - 3:30 p.m. MT). Participants have the option to attend online or at various locations across the state.
Bacterial Leaf Streak Initiative Conference
The fifth annual Bacterial Leaf Streak Initiative Conference will be held from March 30-31 at SDSU Alumni Center - Woster Celebration Hall (815 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006).
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Calving College Webinar and Workshop Series
Nebraska Extension in collaboration with SDSU Extension will host a Calving College webinar and workshop series with webinars scheduled January 19, 26 and February 2, followed by an in-person workshop at the Trip County 4-H Center (815 W. 12th St., Winner, SD 57580) on February 10.