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Fruit Variety Recommendations for South Dakota

Fruit variety recommendations for home fruit growers in South Dakota

Tree Pest Alert

From seasonal issues and timely recommendations to disease diagnosis and expert advice, the Tree Pest Alert is a trusted resource for selecting, planting and caring for trees and shrubs all year round.

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SDSU Extension Master Gardener Program Volunteer Policy Guide

This guide offers current and prospective SDSU Extension Master Gardeners information on: applying for the program, maintaining certification, categorizing and reporting service hours, understanding the various levels of volunteer service and much more!

Getting the Garden Growing

Introductory gardening lesson where youth will learn what plants need to grow and what fruits and vegetables grow in different seasons in South Dakota.

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Super Seeds

Lesson for youth to explore the many types of seeds that are eaten or grown and learn how they grow.

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Stupendous Soils

Lesson for youth to discover the characteristics of different soil types and how to make compost.

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Investigate Pollinators

Lesson about the importance of pollinators and the plants they interact with.

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Eat What You Grow

Youth will learn the different parts of plants that we eat, and how to use drying and freezing techniques to preserve foods for later use.

4-H Coach and Chaperone Application

4-H Volunteers interested in chaperoning or coaching a team should complete this form.