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The Britton graduating class of Annie’s Project and event organizers stand for a group photo in front of a white screen. There are 13 women, plus one woman on the far right holding a baby

SDSU Extension graduates 10 women from Britton Annie’s Project

December 21, 2023

Ten women graduated from the most recent Annie’s Project program, hosted by South Dakota State University Extension, on Nov. 20 in Britton.

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Creating a Virtuous Cycle of Grant Writing

Creating a virtuous cycle of grant writing can lead to a cycle of reinvestment and expansion within your community, allowing you to create new programs, reach new populations, and increase your capacity and impact, fueling your next cycle of success.

A field of alfalfa.

Forage Variety Trial Results

The 2025 Forage Variety Trial Results include data from different locations in South Dakota.

Various chemical symbols for common nutrients found in garden soil over a selection of young plants emerging from garden soil.

Managing Phosphorus and Other Nutrients in Gardens

Fact sheet on managing phosphorus and other nutrients in gardens.

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SDSU Extension Announces Interim Leadership Roles

September 24, 2025

The South Dakota State University College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences has announced interim roles for several SDSU Extension leadership positions.

Zebra mussels on a rock along a shoreline.

Has a New Pathway for Increased Mercury in Fish Been Found?

There is growing evidence that zebra mussels may be affecting the level of mercury in fish tissue by altering contaminant cycling in inland lakes. While the mechanism of this increase needs to be further studied, it likely means that fish consumption advisories will increase for those lakes invaded by zebra mussels.

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SDSU Extension to host corn disease scouting workshop

September 23, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension will host a scouting session for corn diseases confirmed in the state this season.

SDSU Extension 4-H recognizes volunteers during 2025 State Fair

September 23, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension 4-H is pleased to announce that the 4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame and 4-H Shooting Sports Hall of Fame will add six individuals on Aug. 31, 2025, during the 2025 South Dakota State Fair in Huron. In addition, eight individuals will be recognized for their outstanding 4-H volunteer service.

Multicolored Asian lady beetle, female mosquito, and boxelder bug.

Insects Are Being a Nuisance This Fall

The weather is changing, and many of us are noticing an uptick in the nuisance bites caused by several insects. The continued warm weather is going to increase the activity of all insects, including the ones that are causing us displeasure.