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Mitchell Regional Center

Norby Trades Center building on the campus of Mitchell Technical Institute

Address:
SDSU Extension Mitchell Regional Center
1800 E. Spruce St.
Mitchell, SD 57301

Phone: 605-995-7378

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The office is located inside the Nordby Trades Center on the Mitchell Technical Institute campus. When entering the parking lot, look for the sign that says SDSU Extension parking. Enter Nordby through the main double doors and immediately turn left to find the SDSU Extension offices (look for the sign).

  • Classroom: There is a conference room with enough seating for 10 people, and a smart classroom with enough for 42. Rooms are available to rent for full or half-days. Rental rates are available for full or half days. It is $50 for a half day without technology or $75 with technology; a full day without technology is $100 or $150 with technology.
  • Commercial Applicator Testing: Tests are offered in four-hour time blocks, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00-5:00 p.m. Call to schedule an appointment.
  • Livestock Water Testing: On-site livestock water testing services is offered at this location. 
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