Agriculture

Most of South Dakota’s major crops are progressing nicely, according to the USDA’s latest crop report.

Sen. Mike Rounds is working to add Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling to the 2024 Farm Bill.

While kids may celebrate the end of the school year and envision lazy summer days, one summer camp—now in its 90th year—keeps kids active and engaged.

State officials say several dairy cows in one South Dakota herd had to be culled after failing to recover from the avian flu.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture raised lending rates for farmers and ranchers in June. We learn how agricultural producers can navigate this high-interest environment.

SDSU Extension is offering a free hands-on agricultural learning opportunity at one of its research farms. The West River Field School happens June 18, 2024, at the SDSU West River Research Farm near Sturgis.

Data from the USDA crop progress report shows crop conditions to be favorable and planting to be going well, but crops are on average slower to emerge.

The U.S. House Agriculture Committee approved a $1.5 trillion Farm Bill proposal. Congress failed to pass a new five-year package last year.

A week of good weather appears to have helped South Dakota farmers catch up in the field after a slow start to spring planting.

Whatever the brand shape, there is a good chance the brand was created by South Dakota Lieutenant Governor Larry Rhoden.