Articles tagged under: SDSU Extension

Alfalfa Sees Jump Start from Spring Rain

Published May 2, 2025

South Dakota’s drought conditions eased with recent rains. "We're starting to see our cool-season grasses really green up where we got some rain, and it also helped push things along with the alfalfa" said Sara Bauder, forage field specialist, SDSU…

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Conditions Ripe for Early Weed Growth

Published April 30, 2025

According to SDSU Extension Weed Management Specialist Eric Jones, conditions are favorable for weed germination. Noxious weeds are starting to populate in the eastern half of the state. "We're seeing kochia, some of the prickly lettuce and no-till that includes…

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Farmers Urged to Know Costs, Manage Risk

Published April 11, 2025

With these volatile markets, SDSU Extension Livestock Business Management Specialist Heather Gessner wants farmers and ranchers to pay attention to the numbers. "It's the part that they hate the most, but I truly believe when things are this crazy and…

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Cybersecurity Vital for Precision Agriculture

Published August 21, 2024

As agriculture continues to grow and adapt, the use of data becomes more important for the industry. Keeping that data secure is equally as important. “Not as a way to hide stuff, but just to best protect ourselves in the…

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Adequate Feed Supplies

Published August 16, 2024

SDSU Extension Feedlot Management Specialist Warren Rusche is satisfied with the feed supply situation throughout the state. "Feed supplies look to be really good. I know there are a few places in western South Dakota where hay supplies might be…

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Cash Crop Alternatives

Published July 1, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension Forage Field Specialist Sara Bauder says farmers are starting to see the effects of the flooding. Crops that were submerged for a long period of time will be susceptible to other issues. “We encourage people…

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Early Detection Is the Key

Published May 10, 2024

The combination of cool, wet soils is a perfect breeding ground for plant disease. "We anticipate a lot of the residue-born diseases, such as Tan Spot and Septoria, could be a problem this year," said Connie Strunk, plant pathologist, SDSU…

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Alarmingly Low Hay Stocks

Published April 5, 2023

SDSU Extension Crops Business Management Field Specialist Jack Davis says hay stocks across the U.S are low, but the Midwest is sitting in an okay position. "As a nation, our December 1 stocks are the lowest they've been in history…

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Calving Checks: How Often Should You Do It?

Published March 5, 2021

It is the age-old question: How often should you be checking cows during calving? A common rule of thumb is that cows and heifers should be check every 3 hours. Of course, that does change depending on the weather. South…

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Now is the Time for Late Gestation Planning

Published December 21, 2020

For most cattle producers, weaning is in the books and pregnancy checking is complete or soon to be underway. Now is the time to pay attention to those pregnant cows out on crop residue or grass. South Dakota State University…

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