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A Low-Cost Solution To Remote Monitoring of Animal Facility Thermal Environments
An appropriate thermal environment is critical for animal growth and health. Learn about a low-cost solution to remote monitor your animals’ thermal environments.
Wet Weather Leads to Tomato Problems
Most of the questions that have been coming in lately, and also earlier this summer, relate to tomato problems. Despite early predictions that this summer was going to be dry, many areas have received above average rainfall with many parts of South Dakota far exceeding typical rainfall amounts in the month of August. Many gardeners received 5 to 8” of rain or more in the first three weeks of August alone.
SDSU Extension hosting Integrated Pest Management Field School
July 08, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension will host an Integrated Pest Management Field School on July 23, 2024, by Volga.
2023 On-Farm Experiences Growing Cucurbits in Newly Established Clover Living Mulch in Eastern South Dakota
Research report determining the impact of two established clover species on weed suppression, crop growth, and yield of squash.
Food Safety Rules for Fruit & Vegetable Growers: FAQ
It seems rules and guidelines for growing fresh produce safely are constantly changing, as new laws and regulations are implemented each year.
4-H Electricity Project
The 4-H electricity program allows youth explore the science behind electricity and develop various skills including: safe electrical practices, proper usage of fuses and circuit breakers, proper wiring techniques, and so much more.
Introducing PQA Plus Version 5.0
Continuing the pork industry’s commitment to incorporate the latest scientific knowledge and production methods, PQA Plus Version 5.0 addresses food safety, animal well-being, environmental stewardship, worker safety, public health and community.
SDSU Extension professionals win range management awards
February 12, 2024
Two South Dakota State University Extension experts have received awards from the Society for Range Management for their contributions to range science education and outreach.
Home Food Preservation Self-Study Course
This course provides research-based information on food preservation.
Salvaging Drought-Stressed Soybeans as Feed
One of the more popular questions we’ve been receiving lately involves using soybeans as forage. Although the soybeans planted for grain are not typically bred for forage use, we can salvage the crop for said forage if need be.