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![Variety of Animal-based protein sources.](/sites/default/files/2022-05/W-01345-Protein-Nutrition-MyPlate-Animal.jpg)
High-Quality and Affordable Protein Options
Protein is an essential part of the human diet and can come from many sources. Learn about some diverse protein options to build resiliency when certain proteins are experiencing shortages or increased costs.
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Transitioning to Soil Health Systems in Eastern South Dakota Intended for beginners: Where do I start?
Fact sheet for beginners on where to start transitioning to soil health systems in eastern South Dakota.
![Field with livestock grazing with a crane and wind turbine in the background Field with livestock grazing with a crane and wind turbine in the background](/sites/default/files/2020-09/P-00184-turbine_crane_cattle-resized.jpg)
Best Management Practices Guide for Restoration of Native Grasslands and Sensitive Sites Resulting from Energy or Industrial Development
A general guide to South Dakota landowners who are considering or who have allowed energy or other industrial development on their property.
![A herd of cattle gather around a stock pond on a vast, lush grassland. Courtesy: USDA [CC BY 2.0]](/sites/default/files/2019-05/W-00231-00-cattle-grazing-grassland-pasture-range.jpg)
Range Improvements, Grazing Systems and Net Present Value, What is the Right Balance?
As farms and ranches across South Dakota continue to endure increasing costs of production while receiving less cash for grain and livestock marketed; ranch managers must be extra diligent when implementing new range improvements and grazing systems on their ranches.
![A group of black heifer calves in a feedlot.](/sites/default/files/2019-11/W-00438-00-beef-heifer-calves-feedlot.jpg)
Using Feedlot Manure as a Crop Nutrient Source
Factsheet that reviews the steps to obtain a manure application rate based on crop need, soil and manure testing.
![Cover crops emerging from a no-till field.](/sites/default/files/2021-03/W-00888-00-No-Till-Cover-Crops-Conservation-Soil-Health.jpg)
Do Cover Crops and Grazing Harm Soil Properties?
Fact sheet for a study that was conducted to compare short and long-term animal grazing on soil health and water properties at four locations in SD.
![man holding a small pile of soil in his hands](/sites/default/files/2018-11/01-03-06-teaser-Soil.jpg)
Optimal Design Drainage Rates for Eastern South Dakota
Fact sheet for the optimal design drainage rates for Eastern South Dakota.
![Low-gradient prairie rivers tend to be highly meandering. Photo © Joe Dickie, Generation Photography, Inc. A low-gradient prairie river that is very meandering.](/sites/default/files/2022-07/P-00235-teaser.jpg)
Understanding Western South Dakota Prairie Streams
This document provides information and guidance for landowners and land managers in western South Dakota who are managing small intermittent streams.
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Updating Corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Rate Recommendations in South Dakota
Fact sheet updating corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Rate Recommendations in South Dakota.
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South Dakota Fertilizer Rate Guidelines Calculator for Corn, Soybean, and Wheat
Calculator for Fertilizer Guidelines for Corn, Soybean and Wheat in South Dakota