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South Dakota Farm to School Stories
South Dakota Farm to School Stories highlight the fact that farm to school is for everyone and can be done in many ways.
National Dairy Month
Each June, National Diary Month celebrates the hard work of dairy farmers and the agricultural community, and it's an important time to highlight the many nutritional benefits associated with consuming dairy products
52 Ways to Climate-Proof Your Finances
Fact sheet that offers 52 financial management strategies to implement or habits to develop that individuals and families can take to increase financial resilience and reduce potential financial burdens caused by climate change and extreme weather events.
Pick it, Try it, Like it for Schools and Adults
Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it lesson plans to engage elementary youth and adults in educational programs.
SDSU Extension publishes research on native plants for bird habitat
January 06, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension has published new research on native plants that can support birds in the state and region.
Putting Manure Handling Safety Into Practice
As livestock producers, we should know the dangers of manure pit gases. As safety equipment improves with advancements in technology, we must provide training on proper manure handling safety protocols and the use of equipment.
Do I Have Time for a 4-H Club Treasury?
A guide sheet to help club leaders make the best decision on whether their club needs a treasury.
Pick it, Try it, Like it for Preschool
Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it! lesson plans to make nutritious eating fun and engaging for preschoolers.
Air Layering a Plant That Has Gotten Too Tall
I have been in lots of public places and in some homes, too, where I have seen plants that have just gotten too big for their location. In fact, the large building that I used to work in often ended up as a sanctuary or in some cases dumping ground for those plants that just got too big or too tall. Some of those plants are still in that large space but a few were moved on to the compost pile too because they had pest or disease problems on top of being too big.
Test Emergency Backup Systems in the New Year
Animal care starts with having confidence in facilities and ventilation systems that safeguard health in all weather conditions. Testing emergency backup equipment at the start of a new year is a good preventative practice.