﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:43:31 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>South Dakota Ag Connection</title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1271</link><atom:link href="https://southdakotaagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1271" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Market Lamb Gain Tips for Exhibitors]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/market-lamb-gain-tips-for-exhibitors</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Preparing market lambs for State Fair competition requires careful planning, regular monitoring, and sound feeding practices. Understanding how lambs gain weight and use feed ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:14:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/market-lamb-gain-tips-for-exhibitors</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-161648]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Student Earns National Dairy Research Honor]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-student-earns-national-dairy-research-honor</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University Ph.D. student and graduate research assistant Vaishali Poswal has earned national recognition for her contributions to dairy safety research and ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:06:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-student-earns-national-dairy-research-honor</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-161647]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Native Plant Expos Encourage Statewide Garden Growth]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-native-plant-expos-encourage-statewide-garden-growth</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University Extension is promoting native plant education through a series of Native Plant Expos being held across South Dakota this spring. The free events ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:46:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-native-plant-expos-encourage-statewide-garden-growth</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-161232]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Welcomes New Native Plant Field Specialist]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-welcomes-new-native-plant-field-specialist</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University Extension is expanding its support for native plant education and conservation by welcoming Allison Dollen as its new Native Plant Field ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:42:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-welcomes-new-native-plant-field-specialist</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-161230]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[South Dakota Feeder Markets See Big Changes]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-feeder-markets-see-big-changes</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Feeder cattle markets continue to experience major changes as cattle prices reach higher levels. These market shifts are increasing the price differences between heavier and ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:05:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-feeder-markets-see-big-changes</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160988]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Dingy Cutworms Increase Across Soybean Fields]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/dingy-cutworms-increase-across-soybean-fields</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Reports of dingy cutworm activity in soybean fields have increased across parts of Central South Dakota. These insects are commonly present during spring but usually remain at ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/dingy-cutworms-increase-across-soybean-fields</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160987]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[South Dakota Drought Tool Supports Ranch Management]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-drought-tool-supports-ranch-management</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 For more than 25 years, ranchers in South Dakota have used the South Dakota Drought Tool to estimate forage productivity on grazing lands. The tool helps producers decide ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:13:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-drought-tool-supports-ranch-management</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160765]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Expands Research on Virtual Fencing]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-expands-research-on-virtual-fencing</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University researchers are using advanced technology to improve farming and ranching across the state. Their work focuses on helping producers reduce labor, ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:08:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-expands-research-on-virtual-fencing</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160764]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Launches New Dairy Technology Degree Programs]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-launches-new-dairy-technology-degree-programs</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University is expanding its dairy education opportunities with the launch of a new two-year dairy technology associate degree program. The new program is ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:41:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-launches-new-dairy-technology-degree-programs</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160544]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[South Dakota Crops Face Tough Growing Season]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-crops-face-tough-growing-season</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota farmers continue facing several challenges during the 2026 growing season as drought conditions, uncertain export markets, and rising input costs affect ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:33:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/south-dakota-crops-face-tough-growing-season</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160543]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[NRCS Conservation Program Supports South Dakota Ranchers]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/nrcs-conservation-program-supports-south-dakota-ranchers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Riley and Jimmie Kammerer, ranchers from Piedmont, South Dakota, are improving their farming operation through regenerative agriculture practices supported by the United ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/nrcs-conservation-program-supports-south-dakota-ranchers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160510]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Drought Forage Safety Tips for Cattle Herds]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/drought-forage-safety-tips-for-cattle-herds</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Dry weather conditions continue creating concerns for livestock producers as forage supplies become limited in many areas. Drought-stressed forage can still provide valuable ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:43:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/drought-forage-safety-tips-for-cattle-herds</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160507]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Learn How CLIP Insurance Protects Farm Revenue]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/learn-how-clip-insurance-protects-farm-revenue</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Crop producers continue searching for better ways to manage financial risk during uncertain growing seasons. The Crop and Livestock Income Protection program, known as CLIP, ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/learn-how-clip-insurance-protects-farm-revenue</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160099]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Extension Offers Free Livestock Water Testing]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-extension-offers-free-livestock-water-testing-2</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University Extension is encouraging livestock producers to use its free water testing services available across the state. The program helps farmers and ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:55:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-extension-offers-free-livestock-water-testing-2</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-160095]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Cottonwood Field Day Highlights New Research]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-cottonwood-field-day-highlights-new-research</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University is preparing to host the annual Cottonwood Field Station Field Day on June 12 near Philip, South Dakota. The event gives visitors a chance to ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:14:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-cottonwood-field-day-highlights-new-research</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159897]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Extension Plans CAFO Training Event]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-extension-plans-cafo-training-event</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University Extension invites operators of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) to attend an environmental training session on June 23, 2026, at ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:51:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-extension-plans-cafo-training-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159888]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Learn How OFARM Supports Organic Farmers]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/learn-how-ofarm-supports-organic-farmers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Organic farmers and agricultural communities continue to explore new ways to improve farm income and build long-term business success. The Organic Farmers Agency for ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/learn-how-ofarm-supports-organic-farmers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159886]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Livestock Team Earns National Recognition]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-livestock-team-earns-national-recognition</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 The South Dakota State University livestock judging program experienced continued success across two competitive seasons. Both the 2025 and 2026 SDSU Livestock Judging Teams ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 14:13:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-livestock-team-earns-national-recognition</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159715]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Best Ways to Protect Herds During Drought]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/best-ways-to-protect-herds-during-drought</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Drought conditions continue creating major challenges for cattle producers across many regions. Managing cow herds during dry weather requires careful planning, early ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 14:04:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/best-ways-to-protect-herds-during-drought</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159713]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SDSU Announces 2026 Agricultural Field Days]]></title><link>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-announces-2026-agricultural-field-days</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 South Dakota State University will host seven Agricultural Experiment Station field days across South Dakota during the 2026 growing season. The SDSU College of Agriculture, ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 13:12:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://southdakotaagconnection.com/news/sdsu-announces-2026-agricultural-field-days</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[69f72208-a07c-44ee-9d20-3d13d0c547ab-159658]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>