Fall work in full swing

By Ava Kerner of Burke, S.D.
Sep 4, 2025
Sep 4, 2025

Silage chopping was wrapping up by Labor Day weekend in Gregory County, S.D.
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By Ava Kerner of Burke, S.D.

As summer winds down and fall edges closer, there has been no shortage of work happening on farms around our area. Silage chopping has been one of the big jobs lately, and many farms have wrapped up for the season. After getting the silage chopped, we cover the piles with tarps and make sure that they are sealed tight to ensure the quality of the feed. I always like to think that finishing silage work marks an important step in preparing the farm for the changing seasons.

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Youth Crop Watcher Ava Kerner is the daughter of Julie and Steve Kerner of Burke, South Dakota. She will be a senior at Burke High School this fall. She is FFA secretary for the Gregory County chapter and the District 4 Sentinel.