Swine

SDSU Extension hosting South Dakota Swine Summit for youth

April 16, 2024

Youth interested in the swine industry are invited to participate in the 2024 South Dakota Swine Summit on June 13, 2024, on the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings.

Swine

Providing pork producers with the research-based information and resources they need to keep South Dakota swine herds healthy and profitable is a focus of our team. 

Livestock

South Dakota is home to a dynamic livestock industry.

Light Versus Heavy Barrow Fecal Microbiome at Finishing

Understanding the differences in the microbiome between light and heavy market hogs may provide insights into optimizing growth performance, feed efficiency, and sustainability of the swine industry.

SD Master Pork Producers Association awards scholarships to 4 SDSU students

March 08, 2024

Four South Dakota State University students have received $1,000 scholarships from the South Dakota Master Pork Producers Association.

2023 South Dakota Master Pork Producers announced

February 27, 2024

The 2023 South Dakota Master Pork Producer winners were announced on Jan. 10, 2024, during the 55th annual South Dakota Pork Congress in Sioux Falls. Recipients are Ingris Rivas, of Parker; Cameron Wipf, of Frankfurt; and Seth Holmstrom, of Conde.

Considerations of Water for Sustainable Swine Production

The sustainability of water for swine revolves around responsible sourcing of water, efficient distribution, waste management, and continuous improvement in farming practices.

Midwest animal science meeting to highlight SDSU research

February 09, 2024

South Dakota State University Department of Animal Science students and faculty will present their latest research and Extension projects at the 2024 Midwest Section meeting of the American Society of Animal Science.