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Cover Crop Adoption: Farmers’ perceived benefits & barriers
Cover crops are generally defined as crops planted between cash crops to cover and protect the soil. Some demonstrated benefits of cover crops include: reduced soil erosion, increased soil organic matter, increased biological diversity, increased nitrogen supply, and weed control. Depending on the farmers’ objectives, different species of cover crops can be planted. For example, if a farmer’s main objective is to increase nitrogen supply, then legume cover crops best suited to the farm area should be selected.
Optimal Design Drainage Rates for Eastern South Dakota
Fact sheet for the optimal design drainage rates for Eastern South Dakota.
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.
Noxious Weeds of South Dakota
Pictorial reference guide of noxious weeds in South Dakota
Ages & Stages in the Garden: 4-5 year olds
If considering a garden-based learning program for four to five year-old it is important to understand some of their developmental characteristics prior to planning your program. Young children’s abilities will differ greatly from older youth.
Ages & Stages in the Garden: Ages 9-11
When working with upper elementary youth in a garden consider their physical development and skill level as you develop learning activities. Nine to eleven year olds have better coordination and reaction time by this age, however sometimes dues to growth spurs there can be short-term issues with balance and coordination. Additionally, these children have more body strength and their hand dexterity has increased.
Updating Corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Rate Recommendations in South Dakota
Fact sheet updating corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Rate Recommendations in South Dakota.
South Dakota Fertilizer Rate Guidelines Calculator for Corn, Soybean, and Wheat
Calculator for Fertilizer Guidelines for Corn, Soybean and Wheat in South Dakota
CSA Benefits: A Consumer Perspective
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs can offer a wide variety of benefits to consumers.
Garden Clubs & Associations
Novice gardeners and master gardeners share a love of and respect for nature, which is one of the many reasons why they naturally seek out like-minded individuals to organize clubs or associations.