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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…
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…
Sausage and Mushroom Risotto With a Side of Sustainability
Nothing beats a warm, homecooked meal after a long day at work or school. For busy parents Josh and Kara…
Our Top Five Stories From 2018
Cheers to another great year of farm visits, conversations and digging into the truth behind how food is grown and…
Dane’s Crop Report: GMO Seeds and Cover Crops For the Win
South Dakota farmers may have planted a record soybean crop this year, but the growing season and harvest have been…
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…
The Sustainability Story of a Five-Generation Farm
Since 1896, David Struck’s family has been farming and caring for their land in Wolsey, South Dakota. Today, three generations…
Diversity Drives Sustainability on Hansen Family Farm
For South Dakota soybean farmers, sustainability means doing the right thing for the environment and continuously improving the land for…
Technology Helps Farmers Be Good Neighbors
When it comes to food and choices in the grocery store, it’s tough enough to decide what to make for…
The Scoop on Plant Protection
There’s a good chance you’ve thought about food safety while shopping at the grocery store. Did you know the farmers…
Sustainability Grows Strong on South Dakota Farms and Ranches
Did you know South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers are some of the most proactive in the nation when it comes…
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…
What Are Pesticides and Why Do Farmers Use Them?
You’re driving from Sioux Falls to Mitchell to visit friends, and you see a large piece of equipment with wide…
Sustainable Farm Practices Support Outdoor Adventures on Casper Family Farm
Paul Casper has always had a strong connection to the land. His love for the outdoors began when he was…
Keeping South Dakota Waters Clean is Good for Summer Fun and Farming
For many South Dakotans, summer time includes having fun on the water. Whether it’s a road trip to the lake…
Interesting Facts About GMOs
GMOs continue to be a hotly debated topic, especially when it comes to the safety of the food we feed…
Dane’s Crop Report: Digging Into Planting
Our favorite crop reporter and farmer is back with a brand new planting update! Dane “farms” with his dad by…