Skip to main content

Content by SDSU Extension

a closeup of a row of green plants

SDSU Extension to feature Midland growers at new Cover Crop and Soil Health Field Day

August 07, 2023

SDSU Extension is hosting a Cover Crop and Soil Health Field Day for fruit and vegetable producers from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CDT on Aug. 14 at Cedar Creek Gardens near Midland, South Dakota.

Bird's eye view of Dakotafest

SDSU Extension booth at 2023 Dakotafest to feature livestock, soil and range experts

August 07, 2023

South Dakota State University Extension experts will be at the 2023 Dakotafest to provide information on a range of agricultural and economic issues, from the use of prescribed fire to livestock to weed and soil management.

South Dakota State University Extension logo

SDSU Extension 4-H awards 2023 scholarships

August 03, 2023

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the sixteen recipients of 4-H state-level scholarships.

Group photo of 2023 South Dakota 4-H National Shooting Sports Team.

South Dakota team places third at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships

August 02, 2023

South Dakota youth had a strong showing at the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships, including third place for the team sweepstakes award.

Doctor holding a paper diagram of the human digestive system.

The Human Gut Microbiome

Our bodies are inhabited with trillions of microorganisms. But just what are these abundant microorganisms in our bodies, and what role do they play in our overall health?

Eliza Blue, a self described “writer, folk singer, and accidental rancher" in Bison, South Dakota.

Eliza Blue

In this episode of Home Starts Here, Josh and Kara meet with Eliza Blue, a self-described “writer, folk singer, and accidental rancher.” 

Three ladies standing with lunch trays of food

South Dakota Farm to School Network

The South Dakota Farm to School Network is an open group of individuals and organizations whose work or personal interests align with the components of farm to school. Learn how you or your organization can get involved today!

Bare field with visible salt buildup on soil surface.

SDSU Extension hosting Every Acre Counts Bus Tour on Aug. 9

July 26, 2023

South Dakota State University Extension will host an Aug. 9 bus tour highlighting award-winning precision agricultural strategies used by farmers to mitigate saline soils while also maximizing productivity and profitability.

Sheep standing at feed bunk

Applications open for SDSU Extension Emerging Sheep Producers Program

August 02, 2023

Applications are now available for the second South Dakota State University Extension Emerging Sheep Producers Program. The program is for sheep producers who want to develop or improve a full- or part-time sheep operation.

Logan Vandermark stands outside in front of a brick building

SDSU Extension welcomes new precision livestock field specialist

July 24, 2023

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to welcome Logan Vandermark to the role of precision livestock field specialist.