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Fall Noxious Weed Control
Fall weed control can give the best weed control, but it also can be a poor time. If the noxious weeds were sprayed or clipped earlier this summer, and there is good weed growth now, this would be an excellent time to spray these weeds and get a good kill.
New Multi-State Extension Publication: Managing Insecticide-Resistant Soybean Aphids
The first pyrethroid resistant soybean aphids were reported in Minnesota in 2015. Since then, pyrethroid resistant soybean aphids have been reported in Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. In an effort to address resistance, researchers from those states have put together a new extension publication.
New season of SDSU Extension Garden Hour starts May 5
April 23, 2026
The latest season of Garden Hour, South Dakota State University Extension’s popular webinar series for gardeners, will start on May 5, 2026.
Garden Hour
Make the most of your garden and landscaping with weekly insights and ideas from our team of experts.
Davis retires after 30 years with SDSU Extension
July 17, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension Crops Business Management Specialist Jack Davis is retiring after 30 years of serving South Dakota’s agricultural community.
Alternative Forage Options During Dry Times
Although there are many factors to take into consideration, annual forages and cover crops can be an excellent tool to boost forage production, reduce fallow acres, and enhance soil health.
Strong, Effective Herbicide Programs Can Be Complimented With Narrow Row Spacing
While strong herbicide programs will result in effective weed management, a cultural tactic, such as row spacing can result in a complementary increase in effectiveness.
Soybean
SDSU Extension is your partner to increase yields and improve efficiency.
Bacterial Leaf Streak in Wheat Varieties Adapted to South Dakota
Research trial results for Bacterial Leaf Streak tolerance in winter and spring wheat varieties grown in a disease nursery near Volga, South Dakota.
Five Range Management Principles: #3 Ecosystem Biodiversity
Milkweed can help make rangelands a better environment for both cattle and neighboring plants and animals by having a shielding effect on companion plants, preventing erosion and accelerating the decomposition process, whole also providing nectar, habitat and organic material for ecosystem services.