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SDSU Extension welcomes new water specialist
November 28, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Sushant Mehan as a new Water Resource Engineer Specialist and assistant professor.
13 participate in first SDSU Extension Precision Livestock Field School
November 01, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension hosted its first Precision Livestock Field School from July 31 to Aug. 2, 2023, at the Cottonwood Field Station near Philip, South Dakota.
Comprehensive Guide to Grain Yield Monitoring Systems
A comprehensive guide to grain yield monitoring systems
Soil Penetration Resistance as a Soil Health Indicator
Soil penetration resistance is an indicator of soil compaction and the force required for root growth through the soil. It can be measured in the field using a tool called a penetrometer.
Water Monitoring Systems for Livestock
Depending on animal locations, checking water tanks can require hours of labor and significant fuel costs for remote pastures. Water monitoring systems offer producers a convenient way to check the status of the water sources remotely.
SDSU Extension hosting Every Acre Counts Bus Tour on Aug. 24
August 14, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension will host a bus tour on Aug. 24 highlighting precision agricultural strategies used by farmers to mitigate saline soils while also maximizing productivity and profitability.
SDSU Extension hosting Every Acre Counts Bus Tour on Aug. 9
July 26, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension will host an Aug. 9 bus tour highlighting award-winning precision agricultural strategies used by farmers to mitigate saline soils while also maximizing productivity and profitability.
SDSU Extension welcomes new precision livestock field specialist
July 24, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Logan Vandermark to the role of precision livestock field specialist.
SDSU Extension to co-host Precision Cover Crop Demonstration Day on July 20
July 14, 2023
South Dakota State University Extension and the United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service will host a Precision Cover Crop Demonstration Day starting at 9 a.m. on July 20, 2023, near Brookings.
Monitoring Corn Nutrient Deficiencies: The Traditional and Precision Ag Approach
To maximize growth and productivity, plants require 17 different nutrients.