Crop Management
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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.
Crop Hour
SDSU Extension will deliver a series of virtual Crop Hour webinars January 7 to February 27, 2025, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. CST.
Weed Control Field Test Data
Data books to use as a reference to select appropriate herbicide(s) for row crops
Sunflower Hybrid Variety Trial Results
In 2025, sunflower trials were planted in two locations in South Dakota.
Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2025, oat variety trials were planted throughout various locations in South Dakota.
Dectes Stem Borer in South Dakota Sunflowers
Factsheet covering Dectes stem borer in sunflowers.
Noxious and Pasture Weed Plot Data Report
Data books to use as a reference to select appropriate herbicide(s) for noxious and pasture weed