Broadacre spraying of pastures is intended to reduce undesirable plants and increase grasses for livestock. This practice often results in unintended consequences, including damage and reduction of native forbs and reduced profitability. One approach to managing perceived “weedy” plants is incorporating different species of livestock into a grazing operation.
In 2020, proso millet trials were conducted in 1 location in South Dakota.
A number of field trials were implemented in the 2020 growing season with the general objective of assessing various disease management practices suitable for South Dakota growers and the Great Plains.
Fact sheet about herbicide residual effect on cover crops after wheat.
Some herbicides can persist in soil, especially dry soil. Herbicide carryover could be an issue in 2021 across the state depending upon last year’s moisture levels and field conditions.
Fact sheet about the importance of colostrum for lambs
A summary of South Dakota responses to guide on-going Extension efforts for South Dakota sheep and goat producers.
Fact sheet about diversifying your operation to benefit your rangeland.
Guide to evaluating wool.
Fact sheet discussing conservation of round bale storage.