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SDSU Extension Crop Hour webinar series starts in January
December 11, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension’s 2024 Crop Hour webinar series will start Jan. 9, with webinars hosted from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. CST every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for nine weeks.
Northern Plains Forage Association hosting annual meeting in December
November 03, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension encourages producers to attend The Northern Plains Forage Association annual meeting and educational seminars on Dec. 1 in Brandon, South Dakota.
Best Management Practices for Reducing Dry Hay Storage Loss
When hay prices are high, proper storage is financially important. Learn some best management practices to reduce storage loss and ensure an adequate forage supply.
Plant Bugs Active in Alfalfa
Plant bugs are active in alfalfa fields across the state. A common question we receive from producers is why some of these bugs look so different from others.
Grasshopper Activity Is Ramping Up
We have already observed increased grasshopper activity in many areas of the state and, depending on the 2022 season, they may become problematic in crops.
Cowpea Aphid Populations Taking off in Alfalfa
In southeast South Dakota, we are observing large cowpea aphid populations in alfalfa. Large populations can reduce yields, and, if left unmanaged, these infestations even kill the plants.
Blister Beetles Are Active in South Dakota Alfalfa
Blister beetles have been spotted in several alfalfa fields in South Dakota, which means it’s time to start scouting to determine how many are present.
Alfalfa Weevil Activity Prediction Update: June 9, 2022
Alfalfa weevil larvae and some adults have been observed in alfalfa throughout the state this week, and fields should be scouted to ensure that populations don’t cause extensive defoliation.
Alfalfa Weevil Larvae Are Active in South Dakota
Alfalfa weevil larvae have been confirmed in alfalfa fields in South Dakota, which means it is time to start scouting fields more regularly. Learn some tips and consideration for scouting your fields.
Alfalfa Weevil Activity Prediction Update: May 26, 2022
Throughout the state, all alfalfa fields should be scouted weekly to ensure that large populations of alfalfa weevils do not cause excessive defoliation like what we observed in 2021.