-Join the South Dakota Grassland Coalition and partners for these informative, 1-day workshops focused on helping cattle producers determine if, when, and how they might consider adjustments to their calving program in relation to extreme weather, forage, pasture, labor, and other resource considerations.

Topics:
-When and Where to calve: Weather, ground conditions, nutritional needs, and other considerations Managing the Cow: Cow health and nutrition, cow size, safety, etc.

-Resource Allocation and Assessment: Matching calving inputs to ranch or farm resources

-Marketing Strategies: Production and marketing if a change to calving dates is made

-Managing People: Considerations for family, employees, health, and time constraints

Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed February 21st, 2020 as Soil Health Awareness Day.

Join us and our partners in raising awareness about this extremely important resource!

“Soil Health, It Matters!”
-It Matters To Consumers -It Matters To Producers
-It Matters To Our Wildlife -It Matters Economically
-It Matters Because of Organic Matter -It Matters Because of Carbon
-It Matters Because of Water Quality -It Matters To Our Roads and Bridges
-It Matters Whether Young or Old -It Matters To Everyone!

Registration: There is no cost to attend this event. Preregistration will guarantee you a seat and meal. However due to limited space please RSVP by Feb. 18th. To register contact 701-250-4518 Ext. 3 or visit https://triple-bottom-line.eventbrite.com.

-A Three Day Holistic Management Introductory & Refresher School With Joshua & Tara Dukart, North Dakota Ranchers, Global Educators, & Consultants

-Questions? 701-400-0591 or visit SeekFirstRanch.com

Enjoy A Conservation Discussion With A Local Farming Family

 Conservation Practice Successes
 Management Techniques
 Systems Approach Across Land uses
 Innovative Farming Practices

While applications are accepted throughout the year, interested producers should contact their local NRCS Field Office to discuss how to submit applications by May 29, 2020, to ensure their applications are considered for 2020 funding.

First Discussion June 19th, 1:00 PM Via Zoom With Bryan Jorgensen, Dennis Hoyle, & Brian Johnson

Pre-Registration Required To Receive Access To Zoom Meeting

Please Email baylee.soilhealth@sdconservation.net or call/text (701) 640-8827 to provide a name, phone number & email address.

Agenda

12:00 p.m. – Anthony Bly, SDSU Extension Soils Field Specialist, will present “Every Acre Counts”. Every Acre Counts program’s goal is to improve the profitability, diversity, and ecosystem benefits of agriculture by using precision technologies to empower producers to help make informed management decisions for every acre of their operations. Expected outcomes include information available to producers that would increase their return on cropping system investments as well as an enhanced land management approach that benefits the sustainability of land, water, and all natural resources.

South Dakota State University’s Dakota Lakes Research Farm will host their annual field day on June 25 at 3:00 p.m. Due to health concerns surrounding COVID-19, this year’s field day will be held virtually.

Even though we can't be together at the farm, researchers have prepared several short videos highlighting current research projects. Participants will also have an opportunity to see research results and ask questions during a live webinar.

Participants will need internet access to participate. Registration is not required but is encouraged so participants can receive email reminders about the event. Certified crop consultant educational credits (CEU’s) will be available. Visit https://extension.sdstate.edu/event/dakota-lakes-research-farm-virtual-field-day for more information!

Join us this Friday, June 26th, for a chance to chat all things cover crops with a few of our very own SDSHC Directors!

Pre-registration is required to gain access to the Zoom Meeting. Check out the flyer image for more details on how to join us! This series will continue weekly with an additional discussion on July 3rd.