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Removing Mature Shelterbelts From Grasslands
Under what circumstances would removal of mature shelterbelts be warranted? This is a common question often asked in wildlife and conservation circles.
Sudden Death Syndrome of Soybean
Fact sheet discussing sudden death syndrome of soybean.
White Mold (Sclerotinia Stem Rot) of Soybean
Fact sheet of the symptoms and signs for while mold in soybean.
Dense Seeding Can Reduce Canada Thistle in Planted Grasslands
Canada thistle is a common invader in grassland plantings. Over the past decade, researchers and land managers have experimented with controlling Canada thistle in planted grasslands through increasing competition from desirable plants.
Aphanomyces Root Rot of Alfalfa
Fact sheet on Aphanomyces Root Rot of Alfalfa
Tips for Purchasing and Preparing Turkey, Ham and Prime Rib
From turkey to prime rib, let’s look at some things to consider before you sink your teeth into your next holiday meal.
Cedar Trees and Rangeland Loss
The issue of cedar tree invasion into South Dakota’s rangelands tends to be a regional conversation. There is generally broad agreement among most resource professionals that these trees are in fact changing our landscape in a negative way.
Poisonous Plants on Rangelands: Deathcamas and Lupine
With prolonged drought conditions throughout many areas of South Dakota, there is an increase of invasive weeds and poisonous plants on rangelands. Identification of poisonous plants is crucial to ensure livestock production is not compromised.
West Nile Virus Update: Sept. 17, 2021
The South Dakota Department of Health's latest update indicated that West-Nile-virus-positive mosquitoes were detected in Beadle, Brookings, Brown, Codington, Hand, Hughes, Lincoln and Minnehaha counties in South Dakota.
Wheat Streak Mosaic of Wheat
Fact sheet about symptoms, disease cycle, risk factors and management of Wheat streak mosaic disease