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Reasons to Visit a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are in the business of food and have completed multiple layers of education and training that enables them to provide the highest level of nutrition counseling.

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Heat Stress in Feedlot Cattle

High temperatures, humidity and low air movement create the perfect storm for heat stress in feedlots. Learn some expert tips for maintaining performance and reducing losses as we approach the hottest months of the year.

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Consumer Demand for Genome-Edited Crops: Implications for Farmers’ Adoption Decisions

Genome-editing is a breakthrough technology for crop improvement that makes site-specific modifications in the genomes of cells and organisms.

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4-H Engineering Project

Engineering is the application of mathematics, science, and technology to solve problems. It involves critical thinking, problem solving, communication, team work, and so much more.

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SDSU Extension hosts hands-on high tunnel build experience

April 23, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension is offering a four-day workshop, How to Build a High Tunnel, on May 7-8 and 14-15, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Registration is required, and space is limited.

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Nov 12

Whole Farm Planning - Integrating Childcare

SDSU Extension will host a workshop to help farm families integrate childcare into their whole farm plan on Wednesday, November 12, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the SDSU Extension Winner Regional Center (325 S. Monroe, Ste. 125, Winner, SD 57580).

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Leafy Spurge: Do I spray now or wait until fall?

In June, leafy spurge is one of our most problematic rangeland, pasture, and roadside weeds. It is also one of South Dakota’s noxious weeds that landowners are required by law to control. So should you spray it now or wait until fall?

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Emergency Medical Service Providers for Home Modification

Emergency medical service providers work in the home each day to help individuals with medical emergencies and falls. Learn the crucial role that accessible home design can play in making their work more efficient.

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SDSU Extension to host 34th annual Winter Wheat Meeting Aug. 17 in Draper

July 26, 2023

South Dakota State University Extension and the Jones County Crop Improvement Association will host the 34th Annual Winter Wheat Meeting on Aug. 17, 2023, in Draper, South Dakota.

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SDSU Extension beefSD Team Awarded $600,000 Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Grant

November 13, 2020

On September 24, the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced grant investments of more than $53 million across three unique programs for U.S. farmers, ranchers and military veterans to support American agriculture.