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A vast, rolling, well-managed rangeland.

Range Beef Cow Research: Rangeland Soil Health

For rangelands to maintain productivity and produce adequate levels of forage, soil health must be sustained and function properly.

A plant community with purple coneflowers and purple prairie clovers growing throughout among many other plant species.

Understanding Grazing Behavior in Cows: The Role of Forbs in Their Diet

By understanding and managing the role of forbs in pastures, livestock managers can improve the health and productivity of their herds, while promoting sustainable pasture ecosystems.

A young, freckled girl eating small, red tomatoes inside a greenhouse.

SDSU Extension Launches New AgritourismSD Program

January 12, 2021

Do you farm or ranch and want to share your passion and excitement for agriculture with others?

Picture of multiple green plants and tan, corn residue with brown soil in the background.

Reminder: One herbicide in the postemergence application will likely not be effective

The SDSU Extension Weed Science Project is currently conducting a plethora of field research evaluating weed management in soybean. One study is investigating the effectiveness of 2,4-D and tank mixtures applied one time to 4-inch weeds.

Producer reviewing an aid application with a USDA FSA agent.

Livestock Loss Assistance Available

Has your operation experienced a sudden catastrophic loss of livestock due to weather? Financial assistance may be available through the USDA Livestock Indemnity Program.

collection of various fishing lures

4-H Hobbies & Collections Project

Too busy to begin a new 4-H project? That is okay! What you are already doing in your leisure time for enjoyment can be turned into a 4-H exhibit!

beefSD participants in a pasture

SDSU Extension beefSD Team Awarded $600,000 Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Grant

November 13, 2020

On September 24, the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced grant investments of more than $53 million across three unique programs for U.S. farmers, ranchers and military veterans to support American agriculture.

Tractor spraying soybean.

Herbicide Resistance Detection in the Field

Have you noticed weeds surviving a typically lethal herbicide application? There’s a chance they’ve developed herbicide resistance. Learn some expert tips for detecting and confirming resistance in fields.

Nine youth stand behind a podium inside the South Dakota Capitol session chamber. A 4-H flag is draped in front.

4-H empowers youth voice through 2023 SDSU Extension 4-H Legislature Program

January 02, 2024

Nine 4-H legislators participated in the 2023 SDSU Extension 4-H Legislature program, which ended on Nov. 4 at the Capitol in Pierre. (SDSU Extension 4-H photo)

dense, wooded forest with a trail leading through it

4-H Forestry Project

Learn how to read the forest by identifying tree types and species in your area, how to conduct a tree survey and its uses, and the many benefits trees provide for our environment and in our daily lives.