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Detection of Standing Estrus in Cattle
Fact sheet to help with the detection of standing estrus in cattle. Available in English and Spanish.
Barriers To Rotational Grazing: Perceptions From Ranchers in the Dakotas
Despite the potential benefits of rotational grazing, its adoption rate has stagnated in recent years. To help understand major barriers faced by producers towards rotational grazing, we conducted a survey among ranchers in the U.S. Great Plains.
The Importance of Math in the Art of Grazing
It might seem a bit silly to check in on your stocking rate calculations, but it is something that is undoubtedly worth your time, whether you’re a seasoned rancher or you’re still trying to get your feet under you.
Calf Value Discovery Program
The Calf Value Discovery Program enables cow-calf producers to assess the value of their cattle in value-based marketing systems and gain valuable carcass and feedlot performance information to aid in management decisions and improve profitability.
COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for Essential Swine Industry Employees
America’s pig farmers doing the right things to protect people, pigs, and the planet continue, even during this challenging time.
SDSU Extension Opens Registration for 2020-2021 Calf Value Discovery Program
October 14, 2020
SDSU Extension Opens Registration for 2020-2021 Calf Value Discovery Program
Wean-To-Finish Production Systems Evolve for Healthy Pigs
An important foundation of the efficiency of modern pork production is the industry emphasis on biosecurity. Wean-to-finish barns may provide better biosecurity than separate nursery and grow-finish facilities.
SDSU Extension Seeks Information About Cow Death Losses Across South Dakota
October 16, 2020
A group of SDSU Extension professionals and veterinarians is seeking information on beef cow death losses occurring now through calving season.
Basics of Body Condition Scoring (BCS)
Fact sheet about the basics of body condition scoring for cattle.
South Dakota State University to Host Fourth Annual SDSU Swine Day
October 26, 2020
This year’s SDSU Swine Day will be held at Wilbert Square Event Center (931 25th Ave.) in Brookings, on Nov. 3, beginning at 9 a.m. CST.