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Livestock Vaccines: How They Work and How to Ensure They Do Their Job

Fact sheet about vaccine basics and tips to maintain vaccine viability for cattle producers.

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Ranch Drought Planning

Fact sheet with general drought planning tips from the range and natural resource perspective.

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Understanding Western South Dakota Prairie Streams

This document provides information and guidance for landowners and land managers in western South Dakota who are managing small intermittent streams.

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Sheep Facilities and Moisture

Fact sheet for keeping a barn comfortable and dry to increase lamb survival.

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Sorghum Trial Results

In 2023, sorghum trials were conducted in 2 locations in South Dakota.

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Saturated Buffer for South Dakota

Saturated buffer fact sheet for producers, tile drainage contractors, conservation professionals, other ag professionals.

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Canning on Smooth Stovetop

Learn about the Dos and Don'ts of canning on a smooth stovetop.

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Spring Wheat Variety Trial Results

The 2023 spring wheat reports include data from 10 locations with regional summaries.

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A Guide To Water Bath Canning

Water bath canners have fitted lids and removable wire racks. While they come in many sizes, the canner must be deep enough to allow a minimum of 1-2 inches of briskly boiling water that covers the top of jars during processing.

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A Guide To Pressure Canning

Pressure canners may have a weighted-gauge or dial-gauge, for indicating and regulating the pressure during processing.