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Family or Factory? A Look At a Large Local Farm
When John T. Bones left Pennsylvania in 1879 and homesteaded land northeast of Parker, it’s unlikely he knew the first…
Planting From the Perspective of a Sixth-Generation Farm
South Dakota became a state in 1889, but before papers were signed and a flag was raised, a few settlers…
Recycling on the Farm
Recycling is part of daily life for many American households. Since the 1960s, rates have increased by 34 percent with…
How One Young Farmer Is Improving Sustainability Through Soil Health
Maddy Rabenhorst grew up on a farm near Wester, South Dakota, but after high school, she followed her career goals…
How South Dakota is Contributing to a More Sustainable Food System
Every year, over 2,200 bright-eyed freshmen arrive in Brookings to begin their journey at South Dakota State University (SDSU). Many…
Sustainability Key To Nearly 100 Years of Family Farming
Growing up on the farm, Matt Bainbridge’s favorite memories were riding along in the fields with his dad and grandpa,…
Improving Sustainability With Every Harvest
If farming is like football, harvest is a soybean farmer’s championship game. They’ve clocked countless hours planning, preparing and nurturing…
Five Steps for Growing a Healthy Crop
Fall is a busy time for many reasons: school commitments, community events, team sports. But for farmers, it’s all about…
Buzzing Garden Attracts Pollinators to a Local Family Farm
Butterflies are more than eye candy. Along with bees, these gorgeous insects play a crucial role in our food system,…
Dane’s Crop Report: Spraying Smart
Dane’s back in the fields, and he’s taking a quick break from planting to explain how they use pesticides on…
Getting an Early Start on Crop Protection With the Pazour Family Farm
Bradee Pazour has always been passionate about farming. She grew up on a family farm just outside Chamberlain and married…
Growing Sustainable Soybeans on Earth Day and Every Day
Though farmers may not be the first people who come to mind when you think of environmentalists, they are focused…
Next Gen Farmer Shares Steps For Sustainable Planting
Farmer Matt Bainbridge tries to make each planting season better than the last. This means growing healthier crops, higher yields…
South Dakota State Student Brings Tech Home to the Farm
While a lot of college students may say taking care of the environment is important to their future, most aren’t…
Harvest Social Sparks Conversations About Pesticides, GMOs and Sustainability
Farmers hosted guests from western South Dakota at Prairie Berry Winery in scenic Hill City for the second annual Harvest…
Improving Pesticide Application with Precision Technology
Now that you know farmers use pesticides to protect crops from diseases, insects and weeds, and the steps for pesticide…
How Farmers Apply Pesticides in Four Steps
We recently asked the question: What would you do if you drove by a field and saw a farmer spraying…
Wash Away Your Worries About Pesticide Residues On Produce
Pesticide residues on your food can be a scary thought. Maybe the topic crossed your mind while making dinner or…