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SDSU Extension, SD Humanities Scholar to host obituary writing workshop

June 25, 2024

The next obituary writing workshop is on April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. MT/ noon to 2 p.m. CDT online via Zoom. It is free to attend, but registration is required. To register, visit extension.sdstate.edu/events and search “heirlooms”.

SDSU Extension Director Karla Trautman, 2021 Inductees Audrey and Art Kneen, SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Safety Field Specialist John Keimig and South Dakota 4-H Program Director Tim Tanner.

4-H Shooting Sports Hall of Fame Honorees

The 4-H Shooting Sports Hall of Fame was started in 2015. It was created to recognize those who played a role in bringing shooting sports to the South Dakota 4-H Program and those who have helped it to grow on the state and regional levels.

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Healthy Guts Make Healthy Cattle

Feed additives, including probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, can be incorporated in beef cattle diets to help improve animal health, increase performance, and reduce antibiotic use.

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Finding the Motivation to Exercise

Whether you are trying to become more active, reach new goals, or need tips to get moving on difficult days, learn some simple strategies to boost your motivation to stay active.

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Exercise During a Healthy Pregnancy

There are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy if the proper precautions are followed. Learn some expert tips for getting started today!

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Food Allergens

In the United States, about 8% of children and 10% of adults are affected by a food allergy. Learn about some of the most-common food allergens along with some expert tips for managing them.

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Introducing Solid Foods to Infants

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend introducing solid foods when infants are about 6 months of age. Learn some expert tips for getting your infant off to a great start!

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SD Master Pork Producers Association awards scholarships to 4 SDSU students

March 08, 2024

Four South Dakota State University students have received $1,000 scholarships from the South Dakota Master Pork Producers Association.

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Calving Records 101

Complete and well-maintained calving records provide valuable information that can be used to improve and evaluate operations. Learn some expert tips for getting your records off to a great start this calving season.