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Jungman Brightens Landscapes, Builds Lifelong Friendships
A Master Gardener for more than 20 years, Cindy Jungman says the continuous education the program offers has been valuable.
Cabbage: How to Grow It
Cabbages are cool-season crops, very closely related to broccoli, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi and brussels sprouts.
Production and Utilization of Field Peas in South Dakota
Guide to field pea production and utilization in South Dakota
Plant Disease Management Decisions to Make Before Planting
For most plant diseases, in-season management choices are very limited. In fact, there are no in-season management options available for diseases caused by nematodes, viruses, and bacteria.
Scout and Soil Test for the Soybean Cyst Nematode
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is the main soybean production constraint in South Dakota. Soybean plants can be infested with SCN but may not display visible symptoms.
Never Underestimate Mother Nature
We know that weather is unpredictable, and every gardener will eventually have to deal with damage caused by weather. Learn some tips that will help you give your plants a fighting chance after extreme weather events.
Read the Label
Last year, Bayer announced they would be phasing out glyphosate from the homeowner market, but they would be keeping the Roundup name for future marketing. Learn some important label considerations when purchasing Roundup-branded products.
Are Fungicides Needed on Crops Damaged by Wind, Sand Blasting or Hail?
When extreme weather brings hail and sand blasting to fields, many growers wonder if a fungicide application is needed afterwards to protect wounded plants from bacterial diseases.
Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus Showing Up in Fields
Wheat streak mosaic virus is a viral disease, which has been found in samples recently sent into the SDSU Plant Diagnostic Clinic. Learn how to identify it before it takes a toll on wheat crops.
Managing Wheat Curl Mite
Wheat curl mite is one of the more difficult pests to manage in wheat. This is in part due to the limited options available for preventing populations from infesting a field and rapidly reproducing.