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Soybean Aphids Active in South Dakota
Soybean aphid populations have been observed in South Dakota. Although populations are still very small and not widely dispersed, it is a good reminder that soybean aphid scouting should occur throughout the growing season.
What to Do About Ice Covered Trees?
We are experiencing periods of freezing rain across the state. This weather has left many trees covered with a 1/8 to 1/2 inch glaze of ice. The ice weight is resulting in bent and broken branches. Here are a few do’s and don’ts for dealing with ice on trees.

Soybean Aphids Are Active in South Dakota
Small populations of soybean aphids were recently identified while scouting soybean in the Volga and South Shore areas. This is a good reminder that scouting should be ongoing to ensure that populations do not exceed thresholds.

Quality Versus Quantity
Children need high-quality and truly “connected time” with their parents to feel supported and help develop social and emotional skills. Learn some expert tips for making high-quality moments with your kids.

4-H STEM
4-H utilizes a ‘learn by doing’ approach that’s ideal for teaching core STEM concepts and skills.
Aphanomyces Root Rot of Alfalfa
Fact sheet on Aphanomyces Root Rot of Alfalfa

Bookwork, The Missing Management Component: Consistency of Financial Records
Consistent record keeping will allow for accurate ratios and trend analysis. While operations will change, grow, or contract, having a standard operating procedure will allow for analysis and decision-making.

Now Is the Time To Make Your Weed Management Plan for the 2024 Growing Season
As harvest season comes to an end, now is the time to start formulating your weed management plan for next year. Learn some expert tips for getting your operation off to a good start next growing season.

What Does it Mean to Have Chronic Disease?
Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last one year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living, or both.

Why Tattoo Your 4-H Livestock?
Proper identification of animals helps create an honest record keeping system. With current DNA blood typing procedures animals can be identified through parentage, but when it comes to everyday practices on the farm or ranch a good tattoo can be a huge time saver in the event of a lost ear tag.