Articles tagged under: SDSU Extension
Crossing T’s and Dotting I’s with Farm Financials
Published March 9, 2020
A few years of tight margins in agriculture have farmers crossing their “T’s” and dotting their “I’s”. South Dakota State University Extension crop business management specialist Jack Davis says government payments, such as the Market Facilitation Program, did help financially.…Conditions to Watch For this Calving Season
Published March 6, 2020
Conversations about calving were had at the Aberdeen Ag Expo. South Dakota State University Extension veterinarian Dr. Russ Daly says now is the time where miscarriages may occur. "We want to make sure there isn't a situation we can do…SDSU Extension Offers Livestock Feeding and Budget Tips
Published February 24, 2020
Compared to last year at this time, the cattle markets are experiencing increased volatility levels. "Everything from trade disruptions to general concern about price declines is influencing the market," explains South Dakota State University Extension risk management specialist Matthew Diersen.…Held Retires
Published January 27, 2020
South Dakota State University Extension sheep specialist Jeffrey Held has retired. Held taught sheep and wool production courses at SDSU and supervised the SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit. Held has been with SDSU for more than 30 years.The Advantages and Challenges with Swine Productions
Published January 15, 2020
There are advantage and challenges when it comes to swine production and expansion."For the crop farmer, the advantage is basis," says Dr. Bob Thaler, swine specialist, South Dakota State University Extension. "Pigs eat a lot of corn and soybeans and…SDSU Hosting New Beef Day Event
Published January 3, 2020
South Dakota State University is hosting a Beef Day on Thursday, January 16. SDSU Extension Beef Feedlot Management Associate Warren Rusche says the event is a chance to learn more about SDSU research. "We'll cover topics ranging from conception to…Treat the Ruts, Not the Whole Field
Published December 13, 2019
The fall of 2019 was a big topic during the DIRT Workshop this past week in Fargo. South Dakota State University Extension soils field specialist Anthony Bly says a lot of ruts were made in fields. "Producers were up against…Extension Program Brings Awareness to Opioid Misuse
Published September 24, 2019
A new program addressing rural opioid misuse has been developed by North Dakota State University and South Dakota State University Extension. “Strengthening the Heartland” focuses on the difficult conditions in farming, which are considered risk factors for prescription opioid abuse.…SDSU Extension Gathering Information on Nutrient Practices
Published July 17, 2019
South Dakota State University Extension is seeking information about nutrient practices used on farms. The information compiled will be used to plan soil fertility research and provide recommendations. The confidential survey can be found on the SDSU Extension website.