Crop Management
All Crop Management Content
Alfalfa Variety Trial Results
Progress reports for alfalfa variety trials.
SDSU Extension Tile Drainage Economics Calculator
Calculator for farmers who are interested in evaluating the decision to install tile drainage from an economic perspective.
Sorghum Weed Control
Early competition, especially from grass, is critical for successfully controlling weeds in sorghum. There are preemergence as well as postemergence herbicides available for this crop. Early treatment provides the best control of broadleaved weeds with crop stage also being a critical factor for some postemergence treatments.
Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2025, oat variety trials were planted throughout various locations in South Dakota.
The Economic Advantages of No-Till: Diesel Fuel
While no-till and conservation systems are often discussed for their soil health benefits, the economic advantages are becoming increasingly important in today’s farm economy, particularly when it comes to fuel costs.
Educational high tunnel videos now available from SDSU Extension
March 16, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is continuing its efforts to educate specialty crop producers on high tunnel assembly, management and cropping innovations with a new educational video series.
South Dakota Agricultural Land Soil Productivity Tool
The Ag Land Soil Tables Tool allows users to view soil data and download data by county to further understand the soil rating system. It can help appraisers make baseline agricultural land assessments and determine if adjustments from baseline are needed.
SDSU Extension invites growers to Sioux Falls Organic Conference
February 17, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension and the Southeast Research Farm at SDSU invite farmers to attend the Sioux Falls Organic Conference on March 12.
Crops
During the growing season, SDSU Extension provides weekly production recommendations.
Sorghum Trial Results
In 2025, sorghum trials were conducted in 2 locations in South Dakota.