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Dealing With Storm Debris in Pastures and Hay Fields
Storm debris in pastures and forage-producing fields can pose a significant health risks to livestock. Learns some expert tips for mitigating risks and protecting your animals.
Mental Health: Recognizing and Managing Stress
Feeling stressed on the farm or ranch? Learn how to recognize stress, manage it, and find the support you need to overcome it.
South Dakota Agricultural Land Market Trends
The 2025 South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension Farm Real Estate Market Survey is the 35th annual survey of agricultural land values and cash rental rates by land use and quality in different regions of South Dakota.
Now is the Time to Prepare Your Weed Management Plan for the 2026 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 this coming growing season.
Herbicide Interactions With Cover Crops After Oats
After oats have been harvested, options exist to keep a living root in the soil. This can be done through growing cover crops. In 2018 an on-farm trial was preformed near Salem, South Dakota to observe how cover crops grown after oats would germinate after common herbicides had been applied.
Agritourism Provides Economic Benefits
Not only can agritourism support communities by generating income, agritourism has the potential to create jobs and support local economies.
Cover Crop Usage in South Dakota is on the Rise
The number of South Dakota producers who use cover crops has been increasing at an accelerating rate over the past ten years.
Electrical Safety in the Barn
From heat lamps to extension cords, learn some important fire safety considerations when electricity is used to warm up your barn during lambing and kidding season.
4-H Public Presentations Project
Presenting in front of others is one of the greatest, most important skills to learn and master. It can be scary, but with practice and tips learned through 4-H, you’ll be a pro in no time!
SDSU Extension invites growers to Sioux Falls Organic Conference
February 17, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension and the Southeast Research Farm at SDSU invite farmers to attend the Sioux Falls Organic Conference on March 12.