Farm Business Management
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Three Parts to a Farm Plan: And you need all three
Farmers and ranchers need to create three plans to efficiently transfer the management and ownership of their operations to the next generation. These include: an estate plan, a transition plan, and a retirement plan.
Building and Retaining a Skilled Agricultural Workforce: Challenges and Strategies
Building a strong, motivated workforce is essential to the future of agriculture. A team from SDSU Extension is exploring the challenges and opportunities facing our agricultural community.
SDSU Extension to discuss estate tax at Sustaining the Legacy conferences
December 03, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension will continue to assist farmers and ranchers with long-term planning through its Sustaining the Legacy conferences across South Dakota this winter.
The Calving Distribution Calculator
Excel calculator for calving distribution
Grain Storage Calculator
An Excel based spreadsheet for corn, soybean, spring and winter wheat producers.
SDSU Extension to host virtual Annie’s Project event
November 21, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is inviting everyone to attend its virtual Annie’s Project workshops in January and February.
Virtual Annie’s Project
SDSU Extension will host a Virtual Annie's Project workshop series focusing on women involved in agriculture on January 5, 12, 19, 26; February 2 and 9. Workshops will take place virtually via Zoom from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. CST.
Ag Business
Modern agriculture requires savvy financial planning and strategy.
Why Cropland Grazing Now?
The evidence is consistent: cropland grazing delivers measurable economic returns, proven soil health benefits, and growing adoption in South Dakota.
SDSU Extension hosts Sustaining the Legacy Conferences
October 28, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension will continue to assist farmers and ranchers with long-term planning through its Sustaining the Legacy conferences across South Dakota this winter.