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The Healthy Swine Herd Series

Series of publications to keep your swine herd healthy

4-H youth exhibiting a cat to two judges.

15 Minute Volunteer Lessons and Activities

15-minute lesson plans and activities for 4-H Volunteers to feel supported in their roles and responsibilities when working with youth.

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SDSU Extension to discuss estate planning at Sustaining the Legacy conferences

February 06, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension will continue to assist farmers and ranchers with estate and farm transition planning through its final Sustaining the Legacy conference in 2026.

A herd of cattle gather around a stock pond on a vast, lush grassland. Courtesy: USDA [CC BY 2.0]

Weed Control: Pasture and Range

There are many undesirable plants or invasive plant species in South Dakota's 24 million acres of native and tame pasture range. This guide provides a summary of different herbicide suggestions and uses.

Tree Issue Treatments

Commonly available in pesticides for Conifer and Broadleaf disease, disorder, insect and mite treatment options.

Row of black cattle lined up at a feed bunk.

Live Cattle Basis

Futures prices are from organized trades that provide price information for buyers and sellers of commodities. Local cash prices can be compared to futures prices using a basis measure. With an expected basis measure, producers can observe futures prices and infer cash prices.

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South Dakota State 4-H Scholarship Application

4-H Scholarship application for South Dakota 4-H members.

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Are Chamber Bucks a Thing of the Past or Still a Viable Economic Development Tool?

For many communities, Chamber Bucks, sometimes called community gift certificates or local currency, have been a long-standing tradition. Today, they remain a simple, meaningful way to keep dollars working close to home while supporting businesses that invest in your community.

Dave Anderson, President, Mt. Vernon Economic Development Group

South Dakota Newcomers Survey Report

Results from the 2024 state-wide Newcomer Survey, which was administered to gain a better understanding of the newcomer population in South Dakota.

Two clear bottles labeled 4 and 5 with white liquid inside. Bottle 5 has white substrate settled at the bottom.

Herbicide Mixing Order

The order in which herbicides are mixed in a tank can influence the effectiveness.