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August 2019 Climate Outlook: Cool and Wet
According to the latest climate outlook update, odds are favoring that August 2019 will be cooler than average. The update was released by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center on July 31, 2019.
Fall Frost and September Climate Outlook for 2019
This year’s struggles with weather and climate are continuing this fall. Late planting of corn and soybeans in the spring have now combined with near average or cooler than average summertime temperatures. This combination has led to slow crop growth and the need for an extended frost-free season to ensure these crops reach maturity.
South Dakota Farm to School Resource Guide
South Dakota's resource guide for starting a Farm to School
South Dakota Farm to School Stories
South Dakota Farm to School Stories highlight the fact that farm to school is for everyone and can be done in many ways.
Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2023, oat variety trials were planted at 7 locations and a regional summary in South Dakota.
Food Safety for Farmers Markets
Food safety bulletins for farmers markets and other direct marketing vendors
Spring Wheat Variety Trial Results
The 2023 spring wheat reports include data from 10 locations with regional summaries.
2017-2018 Multi-State Organic Oat Variety Trial Results
The tight production margins currently present in agriculture have increased interest in growing organic oats.
Barley Variety Trial Results
In 2019, Barley trial was planted at one location in South Dakota.