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Homesite Judging In South Dakota Guidebook

This guide is for high school aged students to prepare for homesite judging contests in South Dakota.

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Sheep Keds in South Dakota

Factsheet covering the lifecycle, identification and management options for Sheep Keds in South Dakota.

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Cloverbud Corner

Different lesson plans and activities for Cloverbud-aged 4-H members.

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Grass Diseases of South Dakota Identification Guide

Common grass disease identification guide.

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Produce Fermentation

Learn about the fermentation process and how to ferment food safely.

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Understanding Unit Conversions for Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium Fertilizer Application Rates in Garden Soils

This factsheet provides unit conversions between different units that soil labs recommend for fertilizer application rates to gardens for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.

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4-H Consumer Decision Making

Learn about the South Dakota 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest.

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Investigating the Use of Raw and Pelleted Wool as an Alternative Mulch for Vegetable Production

This publication reviews a recent research study investigating the effects of wool as an alternative mulching option for pepper production.

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Corn Hybrid Trial Results

In 2025, corn hybrid and conventional corn hybrid trials were conducted at different locations throughout South Dakota.

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Character Links 5 curriculum

4-H Character All Stars will implement the Character Links 5 curriculum for the 2018-19 school year. Within the curriculum five character traits are highlighted: Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Kindness and Citizenship.