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Flooded farm yard. Photo by John Shea, FEMA.

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.

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Septic Systems and Flooding

Septic systems may not always be a homeowner’s first concern during a flood. However, as South Dakotans continue to navigate an exceptionally wet spring, some consideration should be given to your septic system to prevent damage to your home and protect your family’s health.

A pair of hands kneading a hydrated dough inside a plastic mixing bowl.

Hydrated Doughs and Batters: How to Safely Handle Food Safety Risks

Making dough and batter is one of the intermediary steps on your way to enjoying great foods, such as scones, cookies, cakes, donuts, pies and more. This article will help you understand the food safety risks associated with food types that have a hydrated batter.

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Ask Our Family, Food and Wellness Experts

If you have a question related to family, food or wellness, our team of experts is ready to help.

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2024 4-H Camp Policies and Releases

View Policies and Releases for 2024 4-H camps and conferences.

A yellow ear of sweet corn.

Sun-Drying Corn

Fact sheet on sun-drying corn

A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables displayed on a countertop.

Solar Drying Fruit and Vegetables

Fact sheet on solar drying fruits and vegetables

A red-purple plum.

Drying Plums

Fact sheet on drying plums

Glass bowl full of freshly harvest chokecherries.

Drying Chokecherries

Fact sheet on drying chokecherries