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SDSU Extension Better Choices, Better Health-South Dakota raising awareness for National Chronic Disease Month

June 24, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension Better Choices, Better Health-South Dakota is observing National Chronic Disease Month in July with a series of free, family-friendly events.

A large pile of silage on a farm lot.

High-Quality Silage Making & Safe Practices: Both are necessities

Throughout the forage growing season many producers are putting up silage piles. To this point they have been predominately forages such as haylage or small grain silage; however, we will soon be moving into corn silage cutting season.

Owners of a specialty crop farm smiling at each other in a small on-farm market as a customer shops in the background.

Resources to Stay Safe on Specialty Crop Farms

When was the last time you’ve thought about safety on your farm? View a collection of science-based safety resources for small and medium-scale commercial specialty crop farms from the field to the market.

a flooded yard and garden. Photo by Samir Valeja, FEMA

What to Do About Flood-Damaged Trees

Fact sheet on what to do about flood-damaged trees

Small group of brown cows and calves in a pasture saturated with rain water.

Considerations for Beef Producers Following a Flood Event

In the aftermath of a flood event, there are several different items to be considered for beef herds. View some tips and resources for protecting your family, your herd, and your bottom line following a flood.

A green tractor pulling a feed wagon behind it on the road.

Farm Safety: Making it a daily habit

We know that agriculture ranks as one of the most dangerous occupations causing an estimated 167 lost-work-time injuries on a daily basis, of which 5% result in permanent impairment, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. In addition, approximately 20 farm workers per 100,000 die annually, with the leading cause of these deaths being tractor overturns.

A tall, grassy warm-season cover crop blend grown in South Dakota.

Your Cash Crop Flooded Out. What’s Plan B?

With significantly higher than normal precipitation in eastern South Dakota, many producers will soon be seeking a "Plan B" for their flooded-out row crops.

Monarch butterfly visiting a blanket flower near a backyard garden.

Backyard Natural Resources Webinar Series

Learn how to support healthy ecosystems in your backyard and beyond in this webinar series.

Couple reviewing social security forms and information at a laptop computer.

What You Need to Know About Social Security for Retirement Planning

Social Security benefits are money you get from the government when you retire. You get them if you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for a certain amount of time.

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Student Loan Repayment

Many people can be intimidated by student loans and the repayment process. Learn about the different types of student loans and repayment plans the U.S. Department of Education offers borrowers.