Flood
Many South Dakotans are dealing with flood issues following recent blizzards and record-breaking rain.
Fruit
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Blossom End Rot on Tomatoes and Other Vegetables
Publication about the symptoms, causes and management of blossom end rot on tomatoes and other vegetables.
South Dakota Requirements for Selling Home-Canned Processed Foods at Farmer’s Markets
Once a raw fruit or vegetable is processed or not intact, South Dakota law requires that certain regulations must be followed in order to ensure the safety of the product
Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry
Sometime in your life, you or someone you know might find yourself looking to supplement the food supply that you have access to.
Extend the Life of Your Produce: Dry Your Food!
Drying or dehydrating gives you the ability to extend the life of your fresh foods to enjoy later.
Shelf-Stable Foods Save Money and Help Families Stay Prepared
January 28, 2019
Stocking canned, dried and other shelf-stable food items can ease concerns over running out of food due to finances or if winter storms prevent travel, explained SDSU Extension Family & Community Health Associate, Rachel Lindvall.
Organic Herbicides
Many gardeners across the state of South Dakota desire to have weed-free gardens, yards and flowerbeds. Many homeowners do not want to use inorganic herbicides due to their potential health effects.
Shelf-Stable Foods Save Money and Help Families Stay Prepared
Many people may find themselves feeling worried or concerned about having enough food in their homes. One way to help with these worries and concerns is to purchase canned or dried foods also known as shelf-stable items.
Soil Testing for Vineyards in South Dakota
Not all soils are conducive to growing quality grapes, so prospective vineyard sites should be tested before a decision is made to plant grapes. Tests can identify soils that are either too high in pH, salts, or salinity, or that are “too rich” (too high in organic matter and nitrogen) for grapes. In addition, testing before planting allows for the incorporation of nutrients—such as phosphorus—that do not move easily through the soil to plant roots.
Family Food Cent$ newsletters
The Family Food Cent$ Newsletter is published by the SDSU Extension Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) through a partnership with the South Dakota Department of Social Services.