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Building and Retaining a Skilled Agricultural Workforce: Challenges and Strategies

Building a strong, motivated workforce is essential to the future of agriculture. A team from SDSU Extension is exploring the challenges and opportunities facing our agricultural community.

SDSU Extension offers many resources in finance, personal wellness

December 18, 2025

As we enter the holiday season, SDSU Extension wants to remind South Dakotans of the many resources available to help people in personal finance, health and wellness.

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Newcomers Survey

SDSU Extension has launched a newcomer survey to gain a better understanding of the reason that people are moving to South Dakota and will use the results to develop programming efforts to help communities welcome and retain newcomers.

Participants walking in one of the Physical Activity Evidence-Based programs offered through SDSU Extension

Overcoming Barriers to Physical Activity While Aging

There are many barriers that can impede regular fitness routines as we get older. Learn some strategies for when barriers pop up so you can maintain a healthy, active lifestyle regardless of your age.

Chalkboard reading “Immune System” among various immune-boosting foods.

Healthy Habits for Immune Support

Many factors play into keeping us free from sickness. It is no secret that eating a well-balanced diet helps to keep us healthy by supporting our immune system. Keeping our immune system strong is especially important during cold and flu season.

SDSU Extension to host Food is Medicine webinar

December 23, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension will host a Food is Medicine webinar on Jan. 22, 2026.

A family emergency kit in a gray plastic tote. Photo by Zachary Kittrie

Flood Safety Considerations for Youth

Much like any event or disaster, the time to prepare for a flood is before it happens. Families should prepare for events by having a conversation with family members.

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How to Safely Make and Sell Hummus in South Dakota

There is an increasing interest with food entrepreneurs for making hummus. Learn how to safely make hummus, including notable regulations that processors must abide by in order to sell it in South Dakota.

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SDSU Extension helps agritourism producers promote their strengths

January 09, 2026

In 2019, Good Earth Farm owners Nancy and Jeff Kirstein had to make a decision. The barn on their Lennox-based property, originally constructed in 1897, needed attention.

Community Education in South Dakota Schools: Benefits, Strategies, and Opportunities

Three school districts in South Dakota have community education programs. Learn more about the benefits of community education programs and how to support established programs.