Content by SDSU Extension
Peterson Farm Brothers to Headline AgriCulture on the Square
July 23, 2021
After a one-year break due to the pandemic, AgriCulture on the Square will be back in Rapid City, South Dakota on Saturday, Sept. 11.
Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum Now Available for Middle School Educators
July 21, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension has launched a new educational program for middle school science teachers, homeschoolers and 4-H youth program advisors looking to add a sustainable agriculture curriculum to their lesson plans.
New Eastern South Dakota Grazing School Set For Aug. 11 – 13
July 19, 2021
The new school will be held at the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, South Dakota and will feature both in-depth classroom education and in-field management of grazing livestock.
SDSU Extension to Offer Integrated Pest Management Field School Online
July 30, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension will kick off its 13th annual Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Field School Aug. 1.
South Dakota Grassland Management School Workshops Set For July 27, 28
July 15, 2021
The 2021 Grassland Management School workshops will be held at the Eck Restoration Project north of Henry, South Dakota on the shores of Warner Lake.
SDSU Extension Launches New Streamlines Podcast
July 14, 2021
Hosted by John McMaine, Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Water Management Engineer, and Anthony Bly, SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist, the audio series aims to bring listeners insight and discussion on all things water.
Branched Chain Amino Acids Levels in Swine Diets Containing Dried Distillers Grains With Solubles
Incorporation of dried distillers grains with solubles in swine diets above 20% can negatively impact growth performance of pigs. An imbalance in the branched chain amino acids, specifically excess leucine, is one potential explanation of this decrease in performance.
SDSU Welcomes Ali Nafchi to Precision Agriculture Team
July 09, 2021
The South Dakota State University Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science, along with SDSU Extension, has named Dr. Ali M. Nafchi to serve as an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Precision Agriculture.
Smart to Lead SDSU Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Program
July 06, 2021
South Dakota State University Extension has named Alexander “Sandy” Smart as the new Agriculture and Natural Resources Senior Program Leader.
July Drought Hours to Address Livestock Nutrition, Crop Quality Concerns
July 15, 2021
More South Dakota acres are now in an extreme drought condition as lack of moisture and high temperatures continue to impact much of the state.