Content by Megan Block
National Food Safety Education Month
September is National Food Safety Education Month, a time to bring awareness about preventing foodborne illnesses. Taking a few simple precautions when preparing, cooking, and storing food can greatly reduce the risk of foodborne illness and help keep everyone safe.
South Dakota Crunch Off
The South Dakota Crunch Off is an annual statewide celebration of local foods and farm-to-school efforts.
Kids in the Kitchen
Allowing children to be a part of the planning and prepping process of a meal can have many benefits such as allowing them to learn how to cook, follow instructions, basic math skills, and creativity.
National Dairy Month
Each June, National Diary Month celebrates the hard work of dairy farmers and the agricultural community, and it's an important time to highlight the many nutritional benefits associated with consuming dairy products
SDSU Extension welcomes new nutrition field specialist
June 04, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Megan Block as a new nutrition field specialist.
Master Food Preserver Volunteer Program
If you enjoy preserving food, volunteering and helping your community, SDSU Extension's Master Food Preserver volunteer program may be for you!