605-394-1722
SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek Drive
Rapid City, SD 57703
Clarence supports the citizens of South Dakota in his role as an SDSU Extension Agronomy Field Specialist based in Rapid City.
Clarence Winter
SDSU Extension Agronomy Field Specialist
Also by Clarence Winter
Jan
27
Commercial Applicator Training @ Rapid City
SDSU Extension will host commercial applicator training in Rapid City at the DoubleTree by Hilton (505 N 5th St, Rapid City, SD 57701) on January 27, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Feb
11
Private Applicator Training for Crops
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training for crops on February 11, 2026, from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CT (12:30 - 3:30 p.m. MT). Participants have the option to attend online or at various locations across the state.
Winter Wheat and Nitrogen: Decisions for 2026 Growing Season
With fertilizer representing one of the largest variable costs in wheat production, inefficient nitrogen use can quickly erode profit margins. This being said, an emphasis should be placed on how to improve nutrient management during the 2026 growing season.