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COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for Essential Swine Industry Employees
America’s pig farmers doing the right things to protect people, pigs, and the planet continue, even during this challenging time.
SDSU Extension Opens Registration for 2020-2021 Calf Value Discovery Program
October 14, 2020
SDSU Extension Opens Registration for 2020-2021 Calf Value Discovery Program
The Poinsettia and Its Relatives: Exploring Unique Euphorbia Species
Euphorbias are versatile plants, with species suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. Whether used as decorative houseplants, or as garden perennials, these plants offer a unique aesthetic, and require minimal care.
Wean-To-Finish Production Systems Evolve for Healthy Pigs
An important foundation of the efficiency of modern pork production is the industry emphasis on biosecurity. Wean-to-finish barns may provide better biosecurity than separate nursery and grow-finish facilities.
How Do I Keep Insects From Destroying My Garden Produce?
It is not unusual to see insects in a garden during the fall, but it can be frustrating to watch nearly ripe produce be destroyed by insects before it can be picked.
SDSU Extension Seeks Information About Cow Death Losses Across South Dakota
October 16, 2020
A group of SDSU Extension professionals and veterinarians is seeking information on beef cow death losses occurring now through calving season.
Selling Maple Syrup at a Farmer’s Market
Maple syrup is a delicious food that goes well with many foods. There has been some increased interest in understanding how to process maple syrup safely in order to sell it at a farmer’s market or at retail.
Herbicide Residual Effects on Cover Crops after Wheat
Fact sheet about herbicide residual effect on cover crops after wheat.
Basics of Body Condition Scoring (BCS)
Fact sheet about the basics of body condition scoring for cattle.
Common Ash Borers, Bark Beetles, and More
Green ash is still one of the most commonly planted trees in South Dakota, and considering the number of trees in windbreaks, along urban streets, and in yards already, it is a surprise anyone would think we need more. In addition to the numerous pest problems we already have with this tree, the looming threat of emerald ash borer should make us a little more cautious about wholesale recommending the use of this tree.