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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

R1 Soybeans Need Careful Weed Control Decisions

Soybeans entering the reproductive stage need careful herbicide...

South Dakota Crops Face New Grasshopper Challenges

Large grasshopper populations are damaging crops in southeast South...

South Dakota Soybeans Drive Biodiesel Market Growth

South Dakota soybean leadership continues to strengthen biodiesel,...

Protect Corn from European Corn Borer

European corn borer caterpillars are active in conventional...

SDSU Webinar Focuses on Grazing Success

SDSU Extension offers a free webinar explaining how plant diversity...

USDA Expands Legal Support for Farmers

USDA and SBA introduce a new partnership to help farmers, ranchers, and...

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...

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Study Finds Hidden Causes of Rural Health Gap

New research shows that stress, health behaviors, and limited access to services are key factors behind growing health challenges in rural...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

E15 Bill Sparks Debate Across Farm Sector

A proposed E15 expansion could support corn markets and fuel savings, but experts warn that soybean demand and overall farm income may face...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

New Fertilizer Fund Boosts Farm Supply

USDA's new FIELDS Program will invest $500 million in fertilizer manufacturing projects to improve domestic supply, strengthen competition,...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Dairy Groups Push for Stronger USMCA

Dairy organizations are encouraging trade officials to improve USMCA rules and enforcement to increase export opportunities and strengthen the...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

New Resources Help Farmers Fight Screwworm

New educational resources from dairy industry organizations are helping farmers prepare screwworm risks through improved biosecurity, prevention,...

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

150 Years of Farming Discovery

Historic research fields, advanced crop science and student-led farming programs demonstrate how agricultural innovation is helping meet future...

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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