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Drought Conditions Continue to Deteriorate Across South Dakota
April 06, 2021
South Dakotans’ apprehension of an impending drought has been growing.
West Nile Virus Update: Aug. 2, 2021
As of Aug. 2, 2021, the South Dakota Department of Health indicated that West-Nile-virus-positive mosquitoes were detected in Brookings, Codington, Hughes, Lincoln and Brown counties in South Dakota.
Love is in the air, but don’t kiss your pigs!
While Valentine’s Day is celebrated during the month of February, physical affection should be reserved for human companions and not your pigs! Learn some important safety considerations to help prevent zoonotic diseases when handling swine.
Drought Planning
A drought plan will be an essential component to your overall grazing plan, as it provides guidance in making decisions during critical times when forage may be lacking.
Live Weight vs. Carcass Weight: Effect on Cost of Gain and Margin
More cattle each year are marketed using carcass weight to determine value, sometimes combined with grid premiums and discounts. Can we use the same assumptions for growth and cost of gain when marketing methods differ?
Preparing for the Fall Run
Having a plan in place for weaning and marketing will reduce stress for both your operation and your calves when the grazing season comes to an end and movement of calves begins.
A Cactus for Every Holiday: Caring for This Popular Indoor Plant
Many people may not realize that there are three distinct species of holiday cacti: Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. This article explains the different types of holiday cacti and how to care for them.
Fall Fire Safety
The moisture and cooler temperatures of fall make it easy to become lax about fire danger, however, conditions can still lead to easy ignition and rapid growth of wildfires.
Your Town Matters! Shop Where Everybody Knows Your Name
Shopping local allows you to make a difference in your hometown. Locally owned businesses reinvest a large share of their revenue back into the local economy, enriching the whole community.
Lameness in Cattle: Causes Associated With Injury
Most cattle in pastures and feedlots are exposed to multiple potential causes of injury. Learn some of the injury-related causes of lameness in cattle, starting with the foot and working our way up.