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SDSU Extension Pierre Regional Center
412 W Missouri Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
Kim supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as an SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist based in Pierre.
Kim Ricardo
SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist
Also by Kim Ricardo
Managing the Cow Herd Through Drought
Drought remains one of the most persistent and difficult challenges facing cattle producers. Managing a cow herd under drought conditions requires balancing short-term survival with long-term productivity.
Strategic Culling During Drought Can Strengthen Ranch Profitability
In today’s cattle market, thoughtful culling decisions can provide a dual benefit, generating immediate income from strong cull cow prices while reducing the number of animals to feed during periods of high feed costs and drought stress.
Diversifying Your Forage Base for Drought Flexibility
While no single strategy eliminates drought risk, diversifying the forage base can offer producers added flexibility by spreading risk across species, planting windows, and rooting depths.