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I Got a FARM Corrective Action. Now What?
The Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Animal Care Version 4 rolled out January 2020. As dairies have their farms evaluated with this new version, there may be questions about corrective actions.

Variances in Working Capital to Gross Farm Revenues
Learn some of the key differences in working capital to gross revenue among farm types, level of gross sales and by net income.

SDSU Extension Field Specialist Encourages Proactive Farm Transition Management
May 05, 2022
SDSU Extension and the International Farm Transition Network (IFTN) will host the 2022 IFTN Annual Conference, a professional development opportunity for estate planning and farm transition professionals, in Lincoln, Neb. June 8-9.

Farm’s Target for Working Capital
Working capital provides a first line of defense for financial stress and an opportunity to take advantage of bargains that may arise. Learn how to calculate it and determine strategic targets for your operation.
Eastern South Dakota Grazing School Postponed to 2022
July 30, 2021
The Eastern South Dakota Grazing School scheduled for Aug. 11- 13 at the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, South Dakota has been postponed until 2022.

Recognizing Symptoms of Stress During Farming Challenges
Fact sheet to help recognize symptoms of stress during a farming challenge.
New Eastern South Dakota Grazing School Set For Aug. 11 – 13
July 19, 2021
The new school will be held at the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, South Dakota and will feature both in-depth classroom education and in-field management of grazing livestock.

Preparing to Host a Farm Tour
Taking the time to prepare for a farm tour will result in a positive experience for those attending your farm but will also help build relationships with consumers of our products.

Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) School - November
SDSU Extension will host a Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) School from November 14-16, 2025, at the SDSU Cow-Calf Education and Research Facility (2901 Western Ave, Brookings, SD 57006).

Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) School - February
SDSU Extension will host a Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) School from February 14-16, 2026, at the SDSU Cow-Calf Education and Research Facility (2901 Western Ave, Brookings, SD 57006).