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South Dakota Ag Connection

Your daily source of agriculture and farming news for South Dakota. We also provide farmers with information on markets, auctions and farm equipment, as well as local job and career opportunities.

South Dakota Ag News Headlines

Learn How Moderate Cows Improve Herd Efficiency

Moderate-sized cows help improve cow-calf profitability by increasing...

“Small Farms, Big Ideas” Highlights Smart Farming

South Dakota's summer farm tour series introduces innovative...

Dingy Cutworms Active in South Dakota Fields

Dingy cutworms are active in South Dakota soybean fields. Early...

Best Time for Herbicide Spraying Success

A South Dakota study finds daytime herbicide applications provide...

Learn How to Protect Soybeans from Bean Leaf Beetles

Early scouting for bean leaf beetles helps soybean growers reduce crop...

SDSU Wins Craftsmanship Award at Tractor Event

SDSU’s quarter-scale tractor team finishes eighth...

SDSU Hosts Western Specialty Crop Farm Tour

SDSU Extension will host a free specialty crop tour on July 21, 2026,...

SDSU Welcomes Mandy Marney as Director

Mandy Marney joins SDSU Extension as Director, bringing years of...

Organic Field Day Highlights Soil Health Practices

A South Dakota field day provides producers with practical lessons on...

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Friday, July 3, 2026

Study Finds New Pesticide Risk for Bees

Scientists found queen bees exposed to pesticides can pass contamination to their eggs, a survival mechanism that may affect colony health and...

Friday, July 3, 2026

Tessenderlo Backs FMC With Major Investment

Tessenderlo Group is investing $400 million in FMC Corporation, helping the company reduce debt, strengthen operations, and continue developing...

Friday, July 3, 2026

Disease Monitoring Key to Smart Corn Fungicide Use

Growers are advised to base fungicide decisions on disease pressure, crop stage, and economic factors to improve returns and protect corn yields.

Friday, July 3, 2026

Americans Back Ethanol for Energy Independence

A nationwide survey shows growing support for ethanol and renewable fuels as voters connect them with energy independence, affordability, and a...

Friday, July 3, 2026

Ruveon Created to Lead Bayer Glyphosate Operations

Ruveon LLC will manage Bayer's U.S. glyphosate business, helping improve operational efficiency, market focus, customer support, and product...

Friday, July 3, 2026

Yara Strengthens Global Ammonia Network

Yara is expanding its U.S. footprint with a major ammonia plant acquisition that will increase production capacity and strengthen fertilizer...

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest is published quarterly and shares the latest innovations and techniques related to precision agriculture and ag technology. Read the most recent edition of the Farms.com Precision Ag Digital Digest to learn more about the latest in precision agriculture, including technology, equipment, efficiencies, data, soil, mapping, and much more.

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