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Become a State 4-H Ambassador
Curious about what it takes to become a South Dakota State 4-H Ambassador? View the position descriptions, term timeline, and application process.
What’s Killing My Zucchini and Squash Plants?
For many of us, this time of year is tough for our zucchini, squash and pumpkin plants. A close inspection of wilting plants may reveal a sawdust-like substance around the soil surface or on the base of the stem. When pushed, the plants typically break and reveal clear evidence of insect feeding through the stem.
Fitness: Facts or Fraud?
With such a broad spectrum of fitness advice available, how do you know which will be the best advice to follow?
SDSU Extension Beef Team Members Receive Training for the Secure Beef Supply Plan
The Secure Beef Supply Plan provides cattle producers and industry partners with the resources needed for business continuity in case foot and mouth disease infects the United States livestock industry.
Alfalfa Weevil Activity Prediction Update: May 20, 2021
This week we accumulated degree days for alfalfa weevils at a rapid rate. As a result, we observed many areas of the state potentially move through more than one larval life stage.
Forage Field Day to be Held Aug. 4
July 15, 2022
SDSU Extension and Nebraska Extension will host their collaborative 2022 Forage Field Day at the University of Nebraska Haskell Ag Lab on Thursday, Aug. 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CDT.
Importance of Evidence-based Food Preservation and Where To Find Information
The key to a safe and delicious product starts with the preservation recipe. View some recommended resources that offer safe, evidence-based recipes and step-by-step preservation method procedures.
Why Is Carbon So Important to Agriculture and Society?
Carbon is not only vital to soil health—it’s the foundation of our long-term food security. Learn some incredible facts about the role carbon plays in our soil and environment.
Split Application of Nitrogen in Winter Wheat
Adequate N early in the growing season is important to support healthy tillering and to give young plants the best opportunity to survive the sometimes-harsh South Dakota winter
South Dakota 4-H Robotics - Getting Started
In South Dakota 4-H Robotics is about much more than the competition. It is about the development of youth through experiential learning. During the program youth are introduced to a variety of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts, but also develop a variety of life skills including, but not limited to: problem solving, communication, and teamwork.