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Where Can Family Caregivers Turn for Help?
Family caregivers often find they do not know where to turn for help and support during their caregiving journey. The following resources provide information and organizations that may be useful to anyone who is a family caregiver.
Comparing Soybean Meal to Distillers Grains for Finishing Cattle
Do different protein sources lead to significant performance differences in finishing cattle? The results of a recent experiment at the SDSU Southeast Research Farm offer cattle feeders some encouraging findings.
SDSU Extension Annie’s Project for women in agriculture begins Feb. 8 near St. Onge
January 10, 2023
Women in agriculture looking for a bit of a boost can take advantage of the 2023 Annie’s Project, which starts in February at a ranch near St. Onge.
Stripe Rust Found in Winter Wheat at Low Severity
Stripe rust was observed in the crop performance trials at the Dakota Lakes Research Farm in Hughes County and at Ideal in Tripp County. At both locations, stripe rust was at a low severity.
Shopping for Car Insurance
Does affordable car insurance mean the cheapest price, or does it mean getting the most for your money?
July 2019 Climate Outlook: Challenges Continue
This year’s seasonal pattern of wetter than average conditions is projected to continue through July and the rest of the summer season. The latest climate outlook, released June 20, 2019, shows an increased chance of wetter than average conditions in the next one to three months for the state of South Dakota.
Alternative Management Strategies for Culled Cows
Traditionally, keeping open females is not a popular option. However, variability in cull cow prices and feed costs may provide an opportunity to consider other options.
Pre-Plant Wheat Streak Mosaic Disease Management Strategies
Drought conditions tend to promote high wheat curl mite populations. Wheat streak mosaic virus and other viruses transmitted by wheat curl mites are best managed through cultural practices performed before planting.
Tribasic Copper Chloride Source Shows Promise in Weanling Pig Performance
One of the many challenges in swine production is getting newly weaned pigs off to a good start. Research has found that tribasic copper chloride supplemented into nursery pig diets can be effective at improving growth performance and intestinal health of weanling pigs.
Planning for Retirement
No matter what your age or when you plan to retire, now is the time to begin saving for retirement. Learn. some tips to help you become more financially secure as you prepare for retirement.