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Spring Wheat Variety Trial Results

The 2025 spring wheat variety trials were planted throughout various locations in South Dakota.

Learn More About the Whole Farm Planning Program

During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson visits with Dr. Lora Saboe Wounded Head abou the Whole Farm Planning program offered by SDSU Extension.

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Nov 22

South Dakota 4-H Gala

The South Dakota 4-H Gala will be held on November 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. CST at SDSU Alumni Center (815 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006).

Combine harvesting soybean.

Managing Farm Stress During Harvest Season

With unpredictable weather and market prices, harvest season can feel like a whirlwind with incredible pressure. Learn some expert tips for recognizing and managing stress during this critical time of the year for farm families.

Cattle outfitted with virtual fence collars on an open rangeland.
Nov 13

Tri-State Beef Technology Series @ Red Oak, IA

SDSU Extension, ISU Extension, and UNL Extension will host a beef technology series on November 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CST in Red Oak, Iowa.

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SDSU Extension to host training for DOT pest control applicators

October 08, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension will host two recertification trainings in October for two categories of pesticide applicators.

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Register now for SDSU Extension Calf Value Discovery program

October 07, 2025

Registration is open for the 2025-2026 South Dakota State University Extension Calf Value Discovery program.

Northern Corn Rootworms on sunflowers, zinnias, and dahlia flowers.

Corn Rootworm Presence in Cut Flowers

Multiple cut flower farms in Eastern South Dakota have reported corn rootworms on a variety of crops, including sunflowers, zinnias, and dahlias. Careful attention to species present, their timing, and the damage they cause can help inform integrated pest management strategies.

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Volunteer Policies & Forms

These policies and forms provide useful information for volunteers.

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Swine

Providing pork producers with the research-based information and resources they need to keep South Dakota swine herds healthy and profitable is a focus of our team.