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Ree Reich of Belle Fourche Named Eminent Leader in Agriculture, Family and Community
January 21, 2022
A mother to four, Ree Reich served as a 4-H leader for 40 years and remains an advocate and volunteer fundraiser for the organization.
Using Corn Wisely for Replacement Heifers
Producers’ goals are to maximize returns and this could be achieved through least-cost rations that provide the desired performance.
What's That Vine?
One of the most frequently asked questions that I have gotten recently refers to a vining plant that looks like it is going to take over the world, or at least a few trees in the yard or a section of a shelterbelt.
Shearing Before Lambing: A Management Tool for Lamb Growth and Survival
While some producers shear primarily for wool management, recent research has shown that pre-lambing shearing can also influence lamb birth weight, vigor, and early growth.
Clover Cover Crops as a Living Mulch for Pepper Production in Eastern South Dakota: 2022 Preliminary Results
A recent project at the SDSU Specialty Crop Research Field investigated using clover species as a living mulch for pepper production systems to improve soil quality and suppress weeds.
SDSU Extension to host farm, ranch family communication workshop
October 17, 2024
Froese, “Canada’s farm whisperer”, is a certified professional speaker, farmer, and award-winning author. This full-day workshop is designed to help farm and ranch families and agricultural professionals address the difficult conversations that can shape operations and their longevity. Through interactive exercises and practical advice, participants will learn how to effectively communicate about sensitive topics and constructively manage conflict.
Calf Implants: Use/Don’t Use At Grass Time?
While the performance benefits of implanting calves through the suckling phase is well documented, many cattlemen choose not to employ this management practice in their operations.
South Dakota Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification Testing
New commercial pesticide applicators and those that have allowed their licenses to lapse must pass commercial pesticide applicator exams to receive certification. Learn about some some helpful resources, contacts, and tips to help you be successful in your certification testing.
Promoting Dung Beetles on the Range
In South Dakota, dung beetles help regulate rangeland health through dung dispersal.
SDSU Extension Heirlooms Wisdom Writing workshop available online for first time
July 24, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce that the Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop is now available through a virtual platform for the first time.