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Extend the Grazing Season With Cover Crops
When hay prices are high, extending the grazing season is key. Grazing cover crops in the fall and spring can extend the grazing season and reduce feed costs.
Accounting for Soil Wetness Prior to Conducting Farm Operations to Minimize Compaction
In the spring many agricultural producers are anxious to get into the field and perform tillage, planting, and chemical applications. However, if field operations are done when the soil is too wet, this can lead to soil compaction.
Dakota Food Rx
Produce prescription programs have been implemented all over the country to help increase people’s access to fruits and vegetables so they can manage their chronic conditions.
Conservation Practices Increasing in South Dakota
The recently released Agricultural Census data of 2022 shows that the share of cropland acres under conservation practices has continued to increase in South Dakota.
Crop Changes in South Dakota: 2017-2022
According to the recently released 2022 Census of Agriculture, crop variety has slightly increased in South Dakota over the past five years (2017-2022).
Pick it, Try it, Like it for Preschool
Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it! lesson plans to make nutritious eating fun and engaging for preschoolers.
SDSU Extension, SD Humanities Scholar to host obituary writing workshop
June 25, 2024
The next obituary writing workshop is on April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. MT/ noon to 2 p.m. CDT online via Zoom. It is free to attend, but registration is required. To register, visit extension.sdstate.edu/events and search “heirlooms”.
SDSU Extension partners with SD DOH for physical activity challenge
April 08, 2024
The Move Your Way spring physical activity challenge runs from April 15 to May 15, 2024. Everyone age 18 or older can participate in this virtual event.
Biennial Weed Species Have Started to Emerge
The warmer weather this year has caused some biennial weed species to emerge earlier than normal. Learn some management considerations for areas that have been historically infested with biennial weeds.
Conventional Soybean Weed Management
Compared to GMO soybean varieties, weed management in conventional soybean is more difficult and requires more planning to be successful. Learn some expert tips for getting conventional soybeans off to a great start.