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Jeff Martin

Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Bison Specialist

605-394-2236

SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek DR
Rapid City, SD 57703

Jeff supports the citizens of South Dakota in his role as an Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Bison Specialist based in Rapid City.

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West River Research and Extension

Also by Jeff Martin

Herd of bison behind a fencline in a pasture.

Getting Started With Bison Ranching

While bison ranching has some similarities with cattle ranching, there are significant differences that must be accounted for to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.

Bison grazing rangeland.

Decoding Bison: Refining the Bison Body Condition Score

Body condition scoring is an effective management tool as it allows managers to safely assess the health of their mature animals quickly and non-invasively.

Small group of bison on rangeland.

Decoding Bison Dietary Selection: More Than Just Grass

While bison are often thought of as quintessential grazers, their diet is surprisingly variable. However, they also snack on non-grass species throughout the year.