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Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum Workshop Postponed
August 16, 2021
The Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum Workshop scheduled for Aug. 19 at the South Dakota State University Extension Pierre Regional Center has been postponed.
Subsurface Drip Irrigation: Increased Efficiency for Irrigation and Nutrient Delivery
Subsurface drip irrigation maintenance, lifespan, and cost, the variables that can impact subsurface drip irrigation design.
Constructed Wetlands: Mitigation, Credit Where Credit is Due
This week on Streamlines we join John McMaine and Anthony Bly for their continued discussion of constructed wetlands.
Ruminating on Microbiomes
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Dr. Ben St. Pierre from South Dakota State University to discuss all thing microbiome and cattle digestive system.
Food Waste in Schools and Strategies to Reduce It
You may be wondering what can schools do to help in food waste reduction efforts? In school nutrition programs there are a variety of steps in which food loss can be controlled ranging from planning the meals to serving the food.
How to Properly Launder Pesticide Contaminated Clothing
Many types of personal protective equipment are intended for single use only and should be discarded after use, but how do you wash reusable equipment and clothing contaminated with pesticide residue?
SDSU Extension launches new virtual vegetable production training series
January 13, 2023
The South Dakota Virtual Vegetable Short Course is a four-part educational series geared toward commercial specialty crop farmers, gardeners and Master Gardeners. Nonprofits, business partners and members of the general public are also welcome to attend.
Distillers’ Grains and Rumen Papillae Growth
Distillers grains are without a doubt one of the most versatile ruminant feedstuffs. Aside from their high concentration of sought-after nutrients (i.e. protein, energy, phosphorus), their impact on the digestibility of other feeds is minimal. In fact, by not interfering with the digestion particularly of structural carbohydrates, they allow for more energy to be obtained from forages.
Mineral Sources May Impact Reproductive Efficiency
It is well-known by producers and feed specialists that trace minerals play an essential role in physiological functions. Minerals like copper, iodine, manganese, selenium, and zinc are important in embryonic development.
Soil Health & Drainage - Complementary tools from conflicting views
What is the relationship between soil health and drainage? How have different agricultural practices adjusted the landscape over time?