-Soil Days is an opportunity to learn more about South Dakota resources, our soils. Learning activities have been designed for 14-18 year of age groups and expertise.

-Rangeland Days is an opportunity to learn more about South Dakota resources, our Rangelands. Learning activities have been designed for a variety of age groups and expertise, from 8 years old through adult. Starting with plant morphology and identification on up to judging habitat suitability for cattle or grouse, every-one attending Rangeland Days is sure to gain from participating.

Pre-Registration is due by June 4, 2019. Contact Ivy Pazour, Spink Conservation District at (605) 472-0102 Ext. 3 for more information.

THE HIDDEN BENEFITS OF COVER CROPS
 Real Life Soil Health Benefits Kurt Stiefvater, Producer, Salem SD

 Implications of Cover Crops in Current Production Systems Kurt Dagel, Olsen Custom
Farms

 Cover Crops a Key to Prevent Plant Eric Barsness, NRCS

 Impact on Insect Communities Carrie Eberle, Univ of Wyoming and Louis Hesler, NCARL

 Hidden Benefits, Soil Biology and Nutrient Biology Mike Lehman and Bee Chim, NCARL

For information, contact the USDA ARS North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory, 605-693-3241.