South Dakota's soybean and pork industries are entering a new chapter as Kevin Scott and Tina Erickson prepare to lead two of the state's largest commodity organizations, each bringing years of industry experience and a focus on supporting producers in changing markets.
For many producers, learning to shear their own sheep has lowered their annual input costs, a major win, especially for those raising coarser-wooled breeds with tighter commercial margins.
Praise for our auction markets and a heartfelt poem for Father's Day from our very own Jim Woster.
The recent confirmation of New World screwworm in Texas has prompted increased attention across the livestock industry, but South Dakota producers should view the situation as a reason for awareness rather than alarm.
A Star-Spangled tractor proudly flying Old Glory greets travelers along U.S. Highway 212 in central South Dakota.
"We need to continue to make sure that we talk about how safe our beef is, as consumer perception is so important."
Dear Michael: We want to complete our estate planning, but after meeting with our local attorney, the process has been stalled for the past two years. He seems either too busy or too occupied with his city and county attorney duties to prepare our wills.
"This incident opens up a huge topic of animal welfare and safety when we are traveling to shows and rodeos – not just for horses, but for all livestock species that are kept on site to perform."
"We need to continue to make sure that we talk about how safe our beef is, as consumer perception is so important."
Dear Michael: We want to complete our estate planning, but after meeting with our local attorney, the process has been stalled for the past two years. He seems either too busy or too occupied with his city and county attorney duties to prepare our wills.
From rare Steiger tractors and International Harvester military rifles to family tractors with stories spanning generations, organizers say this year's Red Power Round Up will offer far more than a look at vintage farm equipment.
RICHMOND, Ill. – Silos have dotted the Midwestern landscape for 150 years. But they’re threatened by development and old age. One “silo hunter” in northern Illinois has been tracking down silos her grandfather built – before they disappear.
Overall, it has been a successful start to the season on our farm. We had good windows for planting with well-timed rains to get the crops germinated timely and evenly. The long stretch of cold and wind in the middle of May put a damper on growth, but we managed to avoid significant frost da…
Writing about prairie fires a couple of weeks ago got me to thinking just how precious water was to farmers on the plains. Even as a kid, I knew not to waste water or complain if a soaking rain washed out a picnic.
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig visited 2 Gather Meats and Market May 29, highlighting the growth of the Choose Iowa program and the opportunities direct-to-consumer agriculture can create for farm families.
K-State beef extension veterinarian provides solutions for managing heat stressed cattle
Recent rainfall has improved conditions for Jade Jandal and his family operation near Rockham, South Dakota. After a dry start to the growing season, Jandal said moisture arrived at a critical time for crops, pastures and hay ground.
"Just as the planter was getting put back in the shed for the year, Mother Nature had other plans."
"We branded bunch No. 2, and it could not have gone any smoother. There are just four of us branding this year, and it’s like this team has worked together for years."
A national sheep event in Huron will showcase top Rambouillet sheep from breeders across the country this month.
During the week of July 16-18, the U.S. Targhee Sheep Association will host a dual milestone organizers are calling “A Legacy in Every Fleece,” commemorating 100 years of the Targhee breed and 75 years as an association.
Sheep producers from the region are encouraged to take part in the Newell Ram Show and Sale planned for Sept. 17-18 in Newell, South Dakota.
Do you have an abundance of rhubarb? Here are some sweet recipes to try!
Learn about virtual fencing and other technology at a field day near Sanborn, Iowa, June 25.
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