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Liver Abscesses: The Unseen Profit Thief

Liver abscesses are a great example of an important value robber in feedlot cattle that’s not immediately apparent.

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: What You Need to Know

Do you suffer from constant indigestion or experience symptoms such as heartburn? When this occurs frequently it may be more known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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Creating a Secure Pork Supply Plan

African Swine Fever and preparing for foreign animal disease outbreaks is at the forefront of people’s minds. Your state animal health officials offer guidance for participating in the Secure Pork Supply (SPS) Plan. Let’s take a closer look at the critical steps in developing a personalized SPS Plan for Continuity of Business.

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COVID-19 Tips for Farms and Ranches

Continuing to keep employees and family members healthy through the COVID-19 pandemic will require extra effort as you enter the busy time of fall harvest.

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Considerations for Increasing Wool Value

The wool market continually rewards those who emphasize high-quality production. Efforts to increase wool clip value can be made through regular management practices and proper wool clip preparation at shearing.

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How did a Poultry Germ Change to Cause Severe Disease in Calves and People?

In 2015, a specific strain of a germ called Salmonella heidelberg made 56 people sick in 15 different states.

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Building Better Caregivers

Approximately 40 million Americans provide unpaid care to older adults with disabilities, the majority of whom also juggle a job or other responsibilities.

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May 01

Better Choices, Better Health® South Dakota Workshop @ Salem

SDSU Extension will host a six-week Better Choices, Better Health® South Dakota workshop on chronic disease management. The workshops are from 9:00-11:30 a.m. every Wednesday from May 1-June 5 at Salem Chiropractic Clinic (740 Main St, Salem, SD 57058).

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SDSU Extension program hosting chronic disease self-management workshop in Salem

March 21, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension will host a free Better Choices, Better Health-South Dakota workshop on chronic disease self-management in Salem for the first time.