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Understanding Western South Dakota Prairie Streams
This document provides information and guidance for landowners and land managers in western South Dakota who are managing small intermittent streams.
Farm Size and Efficiency
Growth is a common denominator of various business objectives. A business may want to grow profits, sales, market share, etc. The growth of a business itself usually refers to growth in equity, or growth in assets after debts have been paid. Farms, from a business perspective, are no exception. Farmers seeking to grow equity need to be willing and able to retain earnings and cannot be overleveraged.
Economics of Different Crop Rotation Systems in South Dakota
Economic returns are an important factor to consider when selecting crop rotation systems.
Defining a Breeding Season
While moving the calving season will not eliminate the unpredictability of weather, we can utilize a defined breeding season to plan when cows will calve and be better-able to manage cattle in the harsh winter and spring calving conditions.
AgritourismSD announces Class 2 participants
April 24, 2023
SDSU Extension is pleased to announce the participants in the 2023-2024 AgritourismSD class.
SDSU Extension to discuss regenerative agriculture during Crop Hour
February 26, 2025
Presentations can be viewed online on the SDSU Extension website at https://extension.sdstate.edu/crop-hour.
Barley Variety Trial Results
In 2019, Barley trial was planted at one location in South Dakota.
Using Livestock to Promote Healthy Rangelands
Fact sheet about using livestock to promote healthy rangelands
Field Pea Variety Trial Results
2025 field pea trial results data from different locations in South Dakota.
Sorghum Trial Results
In 2025, sorghum trials were conducted in 2 locations in South Dakota.