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Rancher greeting grandson in a farm driveway.
Jun 02 - 03

International Farm Transition Network - Annual Conference

The 2026 International Farm Transition Network (IFTN) Annual Professional Development Conference will take place June 2-3 at the Wyndham Gettysburg (95 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg, PA 17325).

Women standing in a circle learning about rangeland plants

Annie's Project

Annie's Project is open to all who would like to learn more about agricultural business.

Women standing in a circle learning about rangeland plants
Apr 13 - 27

Annie’s Inspired Webinar Series: Strong Minds Strong Farms

SDSU Extension will host a free Annie's Inspired webinar series on April 13, 20 and 27. The free 1-hour webinars will begin at 7:00 p.m. CDT.

Aerial view of the SDSU Southeast Research Farm.
Apr 17

Ag Economic Dialogues - April

This free, 1-hour webinar was created to assist farmers and ranchers in making the best and most profitable decisions for their operations.

Color-coded map showing South Dakota Soybean Yield Average by County from 2015 to 2024. For a detailed description, please call SDSU Extension at 605-688-4792.

Statewide Soybeans Production and County-Level Yield Variation in South Dakota

South Dakota’s soybean production has experienced fluctuations in both planted acres and total production over the past decade.

A corn planter planting seeds into wheat residue in a no-till field.

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.

Tractor planting seed in a no-till field.

SDSU Extension collecting custom farming rates through new survey

March 16, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension is collecting data on the state’s custom farming rates and inviting producers to participate.

Color-coded map of South Dakota map of South Dakota showing corn yield by county. For a detailed description, please call SDSU Extension at 605-688-4792.

Statewide Corn Production and County-Level Yield Variation in South Dakota

South Dakota’s corn production has experienced significant increase in both planted acres and production over the past decade.

Prairie pasque flowers blooming in early spring.

Tribal Land Transfer or Individual Ownership of Reservation Land

There are two major types of Native American land. Trust land is held by the federal government, but the beneficial interest remains with the individual or tribe. Fee land is purchased by tribes, the tribe acquires legal title under specific statutory authority. To ensure the passing of your property to those whom you wish, learn how your land is held.

A screenshot of the ag land soil tables tool.

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.