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SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek Drive
Rapid City, SD 57703
Nick supports the citizens of South Dakota in his role as an SDSU Extension Horticulture and Specialty Crops Field Specialist based in Rapid City.
Nick Volesky
SDSU Extension Horticulture and Specialty Crops Field Specialist
Also by Nick Volesky
Transplant Timing and Protected Cultivation Strategies Enhance Delphinium Cut Flower Production
Delphinium (Delphinium spp.) is a cool-season perennial cut flower that holds strong market potential, but production on small farms for regional markets remains limited by yield and short harvest durations.
Organic Herbicides for Lawns
Organic herbicides are becoming more common on the market due to the perception that these products as safer towards humans, pets, and the environment. For those interested in these products, there are several factors to consider.
Protecting Your Home and Landscape Against Wildfires
Wildfires pose a significant risk in western South Dakota, particularly within the Black Hills region, where periods of minimal precipitation can lead to drought conditions that elevate fire risk.