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SD Cattle Losses

Published August 1, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Management Specialist Warren Rusche is monitoring the extreme heat's impact on the state's cattle. "It's been pretty stressful, and in some cases, I'm hearing reports of mortality and death loss in central South Dakota…

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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…

Expect High Hay Prices

Published August 17, 2023

Weaning time for cattle producers is just around the corner. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Specialist Warren Rusche says hay supplies are a worry for this winter. "For most of South Dakota, hay supplies are short and consequently hay…

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Silage Conditions May Vary

Published August 20, 2021

Silage harvest is happening in South Dakota. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Specialist Warren Rusche says the corn silage conditions vary across the map. "It goes anywhere from fields that are four to five feet tall with no ears…

Navigating Severe Winter Feeding Conditions

Published December 18, 2020

This winter has been favorable for feeding cattle in the Northern Plains. But while the weather has been mild lately, winter-like weather is coming sooner rather than later. South Dakota State University Extension beef feedlot management associate Warren Rusche says…

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…

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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…

Less Than Ideal Conditions for Feedyards

Published March 25, 2019

Warming temperatures and rising rivers are creating less than ideal conditions for feedyards. Warren Rusche, a beef feedlot management associate with South Dakota State University Extension, explains that positioning of feed supplies close to livestock is important with rising water…

Wet Weather Has Cattle Producers Adjusting

Published October 30, 2018

One factor that entered into the cattle complex this fall was rain and snow. "As a result, some producers chose to leave calves on grass with cows. They did better that way rather than in a feedlot with unfit conditions."…

SD Cattlemen Looking for Moisture

Published June 3, 2018

Both the western and north central parts of South Dakota remain dry. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Specialist Warren Rusche says grazing resources could start to dwindle by the end of June if adequate rainfall isn’t received. In addition,…

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SDSU Hosting New Beef Day Event

Spring Challenges May Show Up in the Feedlot This Fall

Less Than Ideal Conditions for Feedyards

Wet Weather Has Cattle Producers Adjusting

SD Cattlemen Looking for Moisture

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