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 Fall grazing options include cool season pastures, cover crops and crop residues





Cowherd breeding programs are best designed when genetics match environment & forage resources



 

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 SD farmer sees soybean checkoff in action with US Meat Export Federation visit to Japan





Proper handling of vaccine and cattle aids in positive health & performance


 




 

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 Wheat in rotation with warm season row crops may enhance control of palmer amaranth & waterhemp




Ultrasound strategies of pregnancy detection provides in-depth data on fetus age & sex
 
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 Applications for SD Junior Beef Ambassadors open until October 15th; youth encouraged to apply




Harvest weather window looks to remain open through work week across the state

 

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 SD Ag Foundation’s Keep Farmers Farming Program adds Erin Yost to the Legacy Team




Farmers advised to skip fall tillage, protecting soils and reducing diesel expenses

 




 

 

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