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Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) in South Dakota 4-H resources
About YQCA – the national program
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is a national multi-species quality assurance program for youth ages 8 to 21 with a focus on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development. The YQCA program is an annual certification created for youth producing and/or showing beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, meat goats, dairy goats, swine, poultry, and rabbits. The program has been designed by extension specialists and national livestock program managers to ensure it is accurate, current and relevant to the needs of the animal industry and shows, and is appropriate for youth learning levels.
Managing Sheep Body Condition Score Throughout the Year
This fact sheet and barn reference are for sheep producers to implement body condition scoring in their management practices.
Colostrum for Lambs
Fact sheet about the importance of colostrum for lambs
South Dakota Sheep and Goat Needs Assessment
A summary of South Dakota responses to guide on-going Extension efforts for South Dakota sheep and goat producers.
Wool Evaluation 101
Guide to evaluating wool.
Fertilizer Recommendation Guide
SDSU Extension fertilizer recommendations are based on field research in South Dakota and neighboring states.
Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2023, oat variety trials were planted at 7 locations and a regional summary in South Dakota.
Comparing Yield Goal and Maximum Return to Nitrogen Prediction Methods for Determining Corn Economic Optimal Nitrogen Rates
Fact sheet evaluating the accuracy of different corn nitrogen recommendation approaches with their advantages and disadvantages.
Interpretation of Water Analysis for Livestock Suitability
Fact sheet to help decipher both the results of a “quick test” and laboratory analysis for livestock suitability.