Content by SDSU Extension

Backgrounding at Different Rates of Gain
The purpose of backgrounding is to increase calf body weight after weaning and before finishing. A recent study investigated the effects of different backgrounding systems on growing calf performance.

Impacts in Water & Cropping Systems
SDSU Extension’s agronomy team works to boost farmers’ yields and profits by providing access to research-based information, resources and local agronomic information.

Impacts in Natural Resource and Range Management
South Dakota is home to many unique land, water and wildlife resources. Our experts and partners offer research-based information to help people enjoy, preserve and profit from these natural resources.

Impacts in Livestock Systems
South Dakota producers face new challenges each day. SDSU Extension is your partner, providing resources and expertise to help meet production goals in beef, dairy, swine, sheep and goats.

Impacts in Horticulture and Food Systems
SDSU Extension helps South Dakotans learn how to plan, plant and maintain gardens and is available to help answer insect, disease and gardening questions.

Impacts in Community Vitality
Our community vitality team offers continuous learning opportunities and provides coaching directly to South Dakotans and their communities

Impacts in Individual and Family Wellness
The Family, Food and Wellness team provides research-based programs and resources to promote long-term wellness habits for individuals, families and communities.

Impacts in Food and Nutrition
SDSU Extension professionals use a holistic approach when providing quality and reliable information to all South Dakotans to support access to nutritious and safe food.

Impacts in 4-H Youth Development
1 in 5 South Dakota youth experience 4-H positive youth development programs.

ETHICS SD
ETHICS SD engages youth participants in a wide range of topics related to furbearer harvesting.