Nick Volesky

SDSU Extension Horticulture and Specialty Crops Field Specialist

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605-394-1722

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

Nick Volesky is an SDSU Extension Horticulture and Specialty Crop Field Specialist based in Rapid City. He provides expertise and technical assistance to commercial specialty crop producers, as well as individuals and organizations managing gardens, landscapes, and community green spaces. Nick holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Horticulture and Applied Science from the University of Nebraska and a Master of Science in Plant Science from Utah State University. He uses his education and experience to help South Dakota producers and gardeners optimize plant health, productivity, and sustainability in a wide range of growing systems.

Areas of Expertise

  • Plant Physiology
  • Cut Flower Production
  • Fruit Production
  • Vegetable Production
  • Small Farm Management
  • Protected Cultivation Systems
  • Integrated Pest Management
  • Home Landscape Management
  • Turfgrass Management

State & Regional Offices

West River Research and Extension
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Interior of a specialty crop harvest and processing facility.

Agricultural Water Rule Support Line

The North Central Region Center for FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) Training, Extension, and Technical Assistance operates a toll-free number to answer your agricultural water rules questions.

Interior of a specialty crop harvest and processing facility.

Technology Lending Program for Produce Safety

South Dakota specialty crop producers are invited to participate in the new regional Technology Lending Program, which allows farms to borrow and evaluate produce safety technologies on their own operations for up to 90 days at no cost.

Cristi™ Hardy Hibiscus and Summerific Coconut Cream Hibiscus flowers in bloom at McCrory Gardens.

Hardy Hibiscus

Hardy hibiscus is a showstopping perennial that can bring huge, colorful flowers to gardens. Unlike the tropical hibiscus, which is commonly sold for patios and containers, hardy hibiscus can survive South Dakota winters when the right variety is selected and planted in an appropriate location.

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