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The Importance of Wetlands in Winter

Drive by a wetland in the dead of winter and it may look like a shut-down ecosystem, patiently waiting for spring to return. But that is simply not the case. While winter may present its own challenges, life goes on and wetlands play an important role.

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SDSU Extension to discuss regenerative agriculture during Crop Hour

February 26, 2025

Presentations can be viewed online on the SDSU Extension website at https://extension.sdstate.edu/crop-hour.

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2024 Master Pork Producers announced

February 28, 2025

The 2024 South Dakota Master Pork Producer winners were announced Jan. 15, 2025, during the 56th annual South Dakota Pork Congress in Sioux Falls. Recipients are Brian Mehlhaf, of Madison; Cristina Rocha, Iroquois; and Ross Mencke, Onida.

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ANR Connections

ANR Connections is an educational program designed to develop well-rounded natural resource professionals through practical education and hands-on experiences in a variety of agricultural disciplines.

Lush, green forage growing in a field.

SDSU Extension releases updated crop budgets tool

February 28, 2025

Producers and financial advisors can use the spreadsheets as a template to input their own costs and get an estimate on profits. The spreadsheet includes tabs for fertilizer and pesticide and commodity estimates for different regions of the state, including high- and low-production areas.

Professional portrait of Graig Reicks

SDSU Extension welcomes new Weed Ecology Field Specialist

February 28, 2025

In his role, Reicks will provide guidance for weed management in specialty crops, pastures and rangelands, organic systems, lawns/gardens and public right-of-ways. He is based in Brookings.

Small group of bison on rangeland.

Decoding Bison Dietary Selection: More Than Just Grass

While bison are often thought of as quintessential grazers, their diet is surprisingly variable. However, they also snack on non-grass species throughout the year.

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SDSU Extension to host training for livestock/vehicle emergencies

March 03, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is hosting a Bovine Emergency Response Plan training for anyone who may respond to the scene of an accident involving livestock.

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Sep 27

Heirlooms: Creative Life Writing Workshop - Obituary Writing

SDSU Extension will host an Heirlooms: Creative Life Story Writing Workshop webinar on September 27, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CDT (11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. MT).

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Sep 15

South Dakota Crunch Off

The South Dakota Crunch Off is an annual statewide event to celebrate local produce and farm to school by crunching into any South Dakota grown fruit or vegetable.