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Water Quality Standards in South Dakota
Fact sheet to raise awareness among citizens of South Dakota about the Water Quality Standards in the state.
Revegetation of Salt-Impacted Soils in South Dakota
This publication provides suggested native species suitable for the revegetation of salt-impacted soils. The suggested species are listed as native to South Dakota according to the USDA NRCS Plants Database.
SDSU Extension Annual Impact Highlights
This brief report highlights how SDSU Extension strengthens people and places across South Dakota through every program, contact, volunteer hour and digital outreach effort.
Troubleshooting Common Problems: Houseplant How-To
Trying to figure out houseplant problems can feel daunting, but by exploring some common issues, you’ll be able to solve many problems. Learn some expert tips for getting started in this "Houseplant How-To" article.
Double-Crop after Wheat?
Two crops in one year may sound tempting, and for some crop species is possible, but before doing so, producers should consider possible crops and compare the potential benefits with the drawbacks.
Soybean Vein Necrosis Virus Detected in South Dakota Soybeans
A new soybean virus called Soybean vein necrosis virus (SVNV) was detected in South Dakota soybean fields in Davison and Union counties. Symptomatic plants were sporadic and found along the field borders. Infected plants showed mild to moderate severity.
Fungicide Seed Treatments for Winter Wheat
As producers are preparing to plant winter wheat, one of the decisions to make is whether to use a fungicide seed treatment, and if the answer is yes, which product to use.
Plant Disease Management Decisions to Make Before Planting
For most plant diseases, in-season management choices are very limited. In fact, there are no in-season management options available for diseases caused by nematodes, viruses, and bacteria.
Scout Corn for Black Cutworm Activity
Black cutworms are a migratory moth that moves into South Dakota during early spring. Although black cutworm caterpillars cause minor corn injury by feeding on leaf tissue, serious injury occurs when feeding results in the cutting of young corn plants.
The Mortenson Ranch Story: Balancing Environment and Economics
The Mortenson Ranch Story is a remarkable account of the restoration of a western South Dakota landscape devastated early in the 20th century by homesteading and drought.