Events

Join the South Dakota Grassland Coalition for an on-ranch workshop exploring how bale grazing can improve efficiency, reduce feeding costs, and build healthier soils. Building a Contract Grazing Business: Explore […]

Come join us for a field tour near you to discuss woody encroachment treatment options. Experts and producer testimonies will highlight practical woody plant control methods including prescribed fire, mechanical […]

What:  Field demonstration, tour, and discussion about woody encroachment management of pastures and grasslands. Who:  SDSU Extension, Pheasants Forever, and Southeast Dakota Prescribed Burn Association When:  Thursday, August 27th at […]

Hosted at the Crossroads Hotel and Huron Event Center with a visit to a nearby operation. Classroom discussions and field exercises conducted by experienced producers and technical experts. Registration free […]

Attend the West River Research Farm field day on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. MT at the SDSU West River Research Farm near Sturgis, South Dakota […]

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ASSESS PASTURE HEALTH Evaluate forage condition and grazing impacts. MANAGE STOCKING RATES Match animal numbers to your land’s productivity. DESIGN FENCE & WATER SYSTEMS Match animal numbers […]

SDSU Extension, the South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station at SDSU and the Southeast South Dakota Experiment Farm Corporation will host the Southeast Research Farm fall field day on Thursday, September […]

The 2026 South Dakota Soil Health School will be held Sept. 15-17 at David Kruger’s Farm near Twin Brooks, SD, and the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, SD. The […]

Come join us for a field tour near you to discuss woody encroachment treatment options. Experts and producer testimonies will highlight practical woody plant control methods including prescribed fire, mechanical […]