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Concerns Remain with Northern Plains Corn and Soybeans

Published October 18, 2019

Concerns remain on the status of corn and soybeans in the Northern Plains. South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura Edwards says corn harvest is slow moving in South Dakota and early reports have low test weights. "Even if…

Harvesting Silage in Wet Conditions

Published September 25, 2019

There is growing concern about silage harvest in the Northern Plains, as many fields remain flooded and saturated. The continued wet conditions may leave little opportunity for harvest before corn dries down past desired moisture levels or a frost occurs.…

Keep Finances Tight

Published August 23, 2019

South Dakota State University Extension Crops Business Management Field Specialist Jack Davis says profitability is tough in South Dakota this year. He recommends farmers keep finances tight and only invest in efficiencies, if needed. "Don't over invest. If farmers have…

A Very Wet July and August for SD Farmers

Published August 9, 2019

South Dakota had its third wettest July on record this year and August is also starting out wet. This past week, a string of severe weather made its way through the state. South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura…

Spring Challenges May Show Up in the Feedlot This Fall

Published July 25, 2019

The heavy rainfall and the summer heat are creating trying conditions for both crop and cattle producers. At the same time, cattle feeders are preparing for the fall calf buying season. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Management Associate Warren…

Trautman Drops Interim Title

Published July 23, 2019

Karla Trautman has been named the director of South Dakota State University Extension. Trautman has been interim director since 2016 and began her career at SDSU Extension in 1988.

SD Farmers Still Working Hard to Get a Crop In

Published June 10, 2019

South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura Edwards says the northern part of South Dakota had drier conditions in the last week. The corn is variable. "Corn is finally emerging from the fields that were planted weeks ago. Now,…

A Boost for SD Hog Production

Published April 1, 2019

The March South Dakota hog inventory is 10 percent higher than one year ago, As of March 1, there was 1.83 million hogs in the state. South Dakota State University Extension Swine Specialist Bob Thaler says cheap grain supplies, land…

Preparing for Spring Floods

Published March 18, 2019

Farmers and ranchers across the region are recovering from what South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura Edwards is calling a worst-case scenario. "We saw heavy rain on top of a greater-than-average snow pack last week, which was on…

Combating Cold Calving Conditions

Published February 28, 2019

The cold is no surprise for cattle producers who typically calve in January and February. However, the abundant snow and wind are creating challenges this calving season. To combat conditions, Taylor Grussing, South Dakota State University Extension cow/calf specialist, recommends…

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Concerns Remain with Northern Plains Corn and Soybeans

Harvesting Silage in Wet Conditions

Keep Finances Tight

A Very Wet July and August for SD Farmers

Spring Challenges May Show Up in the Feedlot This Fall

Trautman Drops Interim Title

SD Farmers Still Working Hard to Get a Crop In

A Boost for SD Hog Production

Preparing for Spring Floods

Combating Cold Calving Conditions

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