Swine Publications
All Swine Publications Content
Impact of Swine Manure on Soil Organic Carbon
This fact sheet summarizes what research shows about how swine manure affects SOC and what that means for field-level decisions.
Best Practices for Swine Manure Application
This fact sheet summarizes research-based practices to help producers, consultants, and conservation professionals make practical decisions that protect both productivity and stewardship.
Using Swine Manure Phosphorus More Efficienlty in South Dakota Cropping Systems
This fact sheet explains how feeding strategies, especially the use of low-phytate corn and related diet adjustments, can reduce phosphorus excretion in swine manure.
Swine Manure and Nitrate Leaching
This fact sheet explains how nitrate leaching occurs, why swine manure increases risk under certain conditions, and what producers can do to keep nitrogen where crops can use it.
Swine Manure and Soil Health
Swine manure is more than a waste product. When managed correctly, it is a valuable nutrient source that can improve crop yields, build soil health, and reduce fertilizer costs.
Heavy Metals in Swine Manure
This fact sheet explains what heavy metals are, how they enter swine manure, how they behave in soil, and what practical steps producers can take to reduce long-term risks.
The Healthy Swine Herd Series
Series of publications to keep your swine herd healthy
Animal Science Research and Extension Report
Research report from Animal Science Department covering a variety of areas in livestock production.
Interpretation of Water Analysis for Livestock Suitability
Fact sheet to help decipher both the results of a “quick test” and laboratory analysis for livestock suitability.
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) in South Dakota 4-H resources
About YQCA – the national program
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is a national multi-species quality assurance program for youth ages 8 to 21 with a focus on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development. The YQCA program is an annual certification created for youth producing and/or showing beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, meat goats, dairy goats, swine, poultry, and rabbits. The program has been designed by extension specialists and national livestock program managers to ensure it is accurate, current and relevant to the needs of the animal industry and shows, and is appropriate for youth learning levels.