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Limited Forage: What Are Some Alternatives?
Research has shown that a variety of feedstuffs can be utilized to meet the cows’ nutrient requirements with similar performance to hay or hay plus supplement ration.
A Safe Harvest
Personal safety can be easier said than done when running on little sleep and working through the thick of harvest. Learn some important safety tips to keep you and your operation safe during this busy time of the year.
Common Stalk Borer Activity Estimate: May 6, 2021
We are beginning to accumulate degree days a little faster for common stalk borers. Eggs will be hatching through much of the state, and we will continue to monitor activity as the season progresses.
National Sheep Improvement Program: Performance-based data you can rely on
Sheep producers continually look for opportunities to improve their flocks through the introduction of genetic traits that will contribute to both improve the performance and physical appearance of the offspring. For hundreds of years, producers used the phenotype or physical appearance traits to select replacement stock, followed by performance trials and wool testing to quantitatively define the traits a specific animal may possess.
How to Cut a Boneless Pork Loin
This article will walk you through the different ways to cut a pork loin into more-manageable cuts and how to package and store what you’re not going to eat right away.
SDSU Extension partners with Huron hospital on diabetes prevention, education
July 26, 2024
South Dakota State University Extension has selected Huron Regional Medical Center to receive a $15,000 grant and partner on a pilot project for diabetes prevention and education through Better Choices, Better Health-South Dakota.
Spring Pasture Report: Should You Delay Turnout in 2026?
As spring 2026 begins, South Dakota and most of the High Plains region is starting out well behind the mark in the moisture category.
Alternative Management Strategies for Culled Cows
Traditionally, keeping open females is not a popular option. However, variability in cull cow prices and feed costs may provide an opportunity to consider other options.
Eastern Grazing School to be Held July 26-28
July 12, 2022
The South Dakota Grassland Coalition, through a partnership with SDSU Extension and others, will host the Eastern South Dakota Grazing School July 26-28, 2022 near Marvin, South Dakota.
South Dakota 4-H Club Officer Guide
Leadership is the ability to influence the thinking and actions of people. Good leadership helps others in the group to become the best they can be and it inspires everyone to want to “make the best better.” It requires willingness to tackle a new job and persistence to see it through.