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4-H Judging Resources
Hot sheets for 4-H judging basics, the different 4-H exhibits and how to provide feedback

Native Plants to Know: Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum)
Geum triflorum or Prairie Smoke (Rosaceae) is a flowering, herbaceous (non-woody stem) perennial, native to North American prairies known for its distinctive nodding and wispy flowers that resemble plumes of smoke

Inter-Seeding Cover Crops into Soybean
Recent studies have investigated the soil health and yield impacts of inter-seeding various cover crops into soybean plantings.

Soil Only Blows During Droughts?
What causes soil to blow during periods of adequate moisure? High winds can rapidly dry soil close to the surface. If the winds are high enough, even soil at intermediate water contents can blow.

The Growing Threat of Cyber Attacks in Agriculture
The with growing digitalization of our food production systems, everyone should take an active role in preventing the threat of cyber-attacks.

Buzzworthy Backyards: How Bee Lawns Are Reinventing Green Spaces
Bee lawns integrate a variety of low-growing perennials and fine fescues that not only require minimal maintenance, but also actively support local wildlife, particularly bees

Sunflower Weed Management
Weed management can be particularly challenging in sunflowers.

Wet Spring Brings Surge of False Chinch Bugs
Within the past week, large populations of false chinch bugs have been reported across western South Dakota. In high numbers, these pests can pose a threat to Brassica plants.

Dicamba Cannot be Applied Postemergence in Dicamba-Tolerant Soybeans After June 20
With weather delaying the planting of soybean, the clock is ticking to spray dicamba before the cutoff date of June 20, 2024. Learn what application tactics might work best before the deadline.

SDSU Extension Master Gardener Program Volunteer Policy Guide
This guide offers current and prospective SDSU Extension Master Gardeners information on: applying for the program, maintaining certification, categorizing and reporting service hours, understanding the various levels of volunteer service and much more!