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South Dakota 4-H Missed Deadline Agreement

Form for missed deadlines for State 4-H Events.

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Using Feedlot Manure to Reduce Crop Production Costs

Manure plays a key role in reducing system costs for integrated livestock-crops enterprises. Livestock waste can be a valuable source of crop nutrients when correctly managed.

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Managing Alfalfa Under Drought Stress

No one hopes for drought, but if the season should progress into a dry one, these are some considerations to make to ensure the best possible outcome for alfalfa crops.

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SDSU Extension to co-host free virtual series on aging

April 21, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension will host a free webinar series on aging well.

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South Dakota 4-H Premier Exhibitor Contests

Overview of the South Dakota 4-H Premier Exhibitor contests and scoring matrices.

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Oct 07

Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing Workshop

SDSU Extension will host workshops on October 7 and November 4 in Mitchell, SD, for the Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing program.

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Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing Workshops

Often, a community or organization needs capital to get a project off the ground. Our Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing workshops can be the start of finding that initial investment.

Black beef cattle at a feedbunk at an SDSU research facility.

Registration open for 2026 Siouxland Feedlot Forum

April 20, 2026

Registration is open for the Siouxland Feedlot Forum on June 16, 2026, in South Sioux City, Nebraska.

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SDSU Extension salutes their volunteers during National Volunteer Week

April 22, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension is proud to salute its dedicated volunteers during National Volunteer Week on April 19-25, 2026.

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Homesite Judging In South Dakota Guidebook

This guide is for high school aged students to prepare for homesite judging contests in South Dakota.