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SDSU Extension welcomes new beef nutrition specialist to Sioux Falls office
September 19, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Madison Kovarna as a new Beef Nutrition Field Specialist.
April 2021 Climate Update
As we look at March in the rear-view mirror, we look ahead to April and the potential for rain to return to South Dakota to reduce drought concerns across the state.
Pesticide Mixing and Sprayer Calibration Equations
Pesticides need to be applied at proper rates to ensure effective control of the pest. Learn some common equations used to mix pesticides and calibrate sprayers.
South Dakota Licensed Kitchen Process
Interested in selling food products in a retail establishments? Licensed kitchens are the place to start. Learn the steps for building a licensed kitchen in South Dakota along with rules, regulations and guidelines for processing foods in existing licensed kitchens.
Why Tattoo Your 4-H Livestock?
Proper identification of animals helps create an honest record keeping system. With current DNA blood typing procedures animals can be identified through parentage, but when it comes to everyday practices on the farm or ranch a good tattoo can be a huge time saver in the event of a lost ear tag.
Fly Population Management on Dairies
Fly control on dairies is an important pest management consideration that impacts the bottom line by affecting overall animal productivity and health.
X-Ray Scanning Confirms Soil Health Benefits from Conservation Practices
Summary report of X-ray scanning confirms soil health benefits from conservation practices.
Safe Exercise Habits in the Summer Heat
Midwesterners always get excited when the temperatures warm up and daylight gets longer during the summer, but there is some extra care required to exercise safely in summertime heat and humidity.
Compensation for Family Members Returning to the Farm
Compensating for management and labor is one of the questions that must be answered when bringing a family member into the family operation.
Comparing Feeder Types in the Wean-to-Finish Barn
The differences in pig performance are important to consider in choosing feeder type between dry feeders and wet-dry feeders. Learn some key findings from South Dakota State University's wean-to-finish barn.