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Livestock
South Dakota is home to a dynamic livestock industry.
Ringworm: Don’t Let it Ruin Your Show Season
Ringworm is a common problem in animals that can bring a show season to a screeching halt.
Minimizing Hay Storage Loss From Heating or Fires
Successful hay storage is essential to preserving high quality forage, while ensuring desired performance from livestock and deterring economic losses from unwanted hay storage fires.
Available Disaster Resources Given Recent Weather Events
Given the recent havoc endured by producers in the upper mid-west by the spring blizzard or even prior flooding we are aware that many producers have incurred losses. There are several programs available through the Farm Service Agency (FSA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service to help provide assistance.
Round Bale Storage Conservation
Fact sheet discussing conservation of round bale storage.
Guidelines for Livestock Carcass Disposal in South Dakota
Everyone who works with animals tries their best to keep all animals alive. In turn, they also know there will always be normal mortality. Proper carcass disposal is crucial in preventing the spread of disease and protecting the environment.
Feed & Water Testing Laboratories
A partial listing of available feed testing laboratories.
Dec
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2021 Livestock Environmental Training for CAFOs Workshop - December
South Dakota State University Extension will host a livestock environmental training program for concentrated animal feeding operations on Dec. 8 at 8:30 a.m. CST at the Crossroads Convention Center in Huron.
Preserving Your Ability To Care for Your Animals When Flooding Occurs
When winter snowfall begins to melt, severe spring flooding can be a real possibility. Of the people witnessing the rising water, livestock producers and other animal caretakers have perhaps the most daunting task.