by Stan | Oct 19, 2020 | News
PIERRE, SD – Improved soil health, increased profitability, and reduced spread of wildfire are among the many benefits that arise from keeping livestock on the landscape. Efforts are underway in California and South Dakota to connect landowners with livestock managers... 
by Stan | Oct 9, 2020 | News
When David Neuharth started his 3Y3 Ranch in the 1980s near Hayes, SD, he noticed a trend among area producers. “Everything in this country and in Stanley County around in the area was pretty much a 50-50 deal,” David said. “Half summer fallow … and the other half was... 
by Stan | Oct 7, 2020 | News
South Dakota is known for its variety, and Don Nickelson’s operation in Frederick is no exception. With the help of his wife, Trista, and sons Aiden, Gavin, and Ian, Nickelson raises cattle and also grows corn, soybeans, oats, triticale and alfalfa in addition to some... 
by Stan | Oct 1, 2020 | News
By Lura Roti for South Dakota Soil Health Coalition There’s no one-size-fits-all cover crop mix. So, selecting the right cover crop mix may seem a bit overwhelming. To provide guidance as farmers begin planning for the 2021 season, South Dakota Soil Health Coalition... 
by Stan | Sep 24, 2020 | News
By Lura Roti for South Dakota Soil Health Coalition PIERRE, SD – In times like these, it’s what cattle and crop producers don’t spend that makes the biggest difference to their bottom line. “Because prices are not very good right now, there isn’t a lot a farmer or... 