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Why and How to Freeze Your Credit

A credit or security freeze prevents creditors from accessing your credit file and prevents others from opening an account in your name. Consumers can freeze and unfreeze their credit records for free by working with the three nationwide reporting companies.

Increasing Adaptability With Alternative Grazing Strategies

The greatest sum in most cattle budgets is simply keeping cows fed. Whether grazing cropland or grassland, there are countless opportunities to improve your operation's bottom line through alternative grazing strategies.

Breeding and Marketing Strategies

The debate as to when or if the U.S. beef cattle herd will begin rebuilding this year is yet to be determined. While cattlemen operate record low cattle inventory numbers, the decision to retain females will be unique to each operation.

Noxious Weeds Have Germinated in East River South Dakota

Seasonal conditions have been favorable for weed germination, including biennial thistle, Canada thistle, and absinth wormwood. Learn some tips for scouting, identifying, and managing these noxious weeds before they become a problem.

Common Mullein and Houndstongue Have Germinated in the Black Hills and Surrounding Areas West River

Two biennial species, common mullein and houndstongue, have germinated and begun to grow in the Black Hills. Now is the time to scout and determine where areas need attention to manage these species and other weeds.

Funding Community Projects: Keeping Healthcare in Your Community

Faulkton’s hospital was getting old. Something had to be done or it would be lost.

Campfire Safety in Drought Conditions

During fire season, open fires may be prohibited or otherwise restricted by the regulatory agency in charge of the campground or facility that you are visiting.

Checking and Treating Domestic Water Supplies After a Flood

Depending on its location, domestic well water supplies can oftentimes be negatively impacted during a flood.

How to Avoid Soil Compaction During Crop Harvest

Soil compaction can degrade soil health and lead to reduced crop yields. Learn some production practices that can implemented during harvest to avoid soil compaction.

Organizing, Chartering, Reporting, and Disbanding 4-H Clubs/Affiliates

The following procedural guidance guides local 4-H clubs and affiliates as they organize, charter, report, and eventually disband. Collectively, these practices ensure that South Dakota 4-H clubs and affiliates are meeting appropriate federal or state guidelines and program best practices.