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North Central Ag and Climate Conference brings together best regional research and outreach

June 05, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension invites agriculture and climate professionals to attend the North Central Agriculture and Climate Conference.

older adult in a work out class using a resistance band.

Resistance Band Exercises

Resistance band exercises can help strengthen your muscles and help your body perform everyday activities easily and comfortably.

Lush, riparian vegetation growing alongside a stream running through rangeland.

Ranching and Prairie Streams: Riparian Vegetation

Riparian vegetation consists of the collection of plants that thrive along streams, riverbanks, and wetlands. Learn about the many ecological benefits this vegetation provides.

Monarch butterfly collecting pollen on a blazing star plant.

Understanding the Critical Role of Broadleaf Pollinator Plants in Pastures

Understanding the economic role of pollinators is the first step towards understanding their value to grassland and crop systems.

Wicker basket full of raw sheep’s wool sitting on a lawn.

Wool: A Natural Bio-Enhancement for Gardens

Sheep's wool has been seeing increased use in gardens as mulch or a soil additive due to its numerous benefits. Learn how wool can help your plants and garden thrive this gardening season!

Tractor applying postemergence herbicide to a corn field early in the growing season.

Considerations of Corn Postemergence Herbicides

Managing weeds after emergence is important to protect the yield potential of corn crops. Learn some important application considerations before selecting a postemergence herbicide.

Bird cherry oat aphids, English grain aphids, Greenbugs.

Don’t Forget To Scout for Aphids in Wheat

Aphids are present in South Dakota wheat fields, and that means it’s time to start scouting.

Bananas at a grocery store.

Pick it, Try it, Like it for Grocery Stores and Sampling

Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it materials to educate consumers at farmers' markets or grocery stores.

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Pick it, Try it, Like it for Schools and Adults

Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it lesson plans to engage elementary youth and adults in educational programs.

Green leafhopper with clear wings.

Aster Leafhoppers Showing up in South Dakota Wheat

Aster leafhoppers are present in wheat again this spring. For the last few years, aster leafhoppers have been a common occurrence in South Dakota wheat.