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Personal Financial Management During a Health Crisis
A health crisis can have both immediate and long-term impacts on our personal financial management. Take these steps to get control of your finances during a health crisis.

Choosing Vegetable Varieties for South Dakota
Fact sheet describing characteristics to look for when selecting a vegetable variety to grow in South Dakota.

Growing Raspberries in South Dakota
Fact sheet describing how to grow raspberries in the home garden: selection, planting, and care.

Citizen Science in Your Own Backyard With Phenology
Have you ever noticed the first buds breaking on the trees outside? Perhaps you have made note of when you see the first robin of the spring? If so, then you have been studying phenology without even knowing it.

Agritourism Workshop helps South Dakota producers identify opportunities
March 27, 2020
Opportunities in agritourism for South Dakota farmers and ranchers were shared at the Agritourism Workshop held Feb. 20-21 in Pierre.

Social Distancing for Livestock Producers
Living in rural South Dakota, we have an advantage of social distancing ourselves from others. However, there are normal activities we are used to doing that will need to be adjusted for everyone’s safety this year. As you plan your spring livestock work, here are some things to keep in mind and practice for your own safety and the safety of your community members.

Information on How to Deal With COVID-19 for Dairy Workers
We would like to share some advice on measures to follow due to the problems that are affecting the world population today, including all of us.

Preparing for FARM Animal Care Evaluations
The FARM Animal Care Version 4.0 rolled out January 2020. This article is a condensed tool to aid you in preparing for your next evaluation.

What Kind of Records Are You Keeping?
Measurement of the actions and efforts of everyday life on the farm or ranch leads to better management and efficiency. Many farmers and ranchers keep many records. Utilization of the records for improved management would be the next step to take to improve efficiency.

Flooding and Sump Pumps
For many homes with a basement or crawl space, a sump pump and drainage system can help reduce the risk of a basement flooding from high water table situations. Here are a few tips for making sure your sump pump is working as it should, and you are not causing problems for your neighbors downstream.