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Producers sell cattle for last time at Sioux Falls Stockyards
For the final cattle sale at the Sioux Falls Stockyards June 25, Alex Andresen, 6, became the fifth generation to sell cattle through the stockyards. . .More »
Students compete at rodeo finals
Students from across South Dakota competed at the South Dakota High School Rodeo Finals June 24-28 in Belle Fourche, S.D. . .More »
Employees, buyers share memories of the Sioux Falls Stockyards
Remembering the Sioux Falls Stockyards won’t be hard for David Frankman, who represents the third generation at Olsen-Frankman Livestock commission. . .More »
Heads Up: Climate change bill passes U.S. House
The American Clean Energy and Security Act (HR-2454), or the so-called “climate change bill,” was passed by a narrow margin in the U.S. House. . .More »
Beef producers should act quickly as weather gets hot
BROOKINGS, S.D. - Temperatures across South Dakota have climbed into the 90s recently, and beef producers should be alert for signs of heat stress. . .More »
Meadow spittlebugs drink the juice of plants
During a meadow walk in June, it is hard not to notice the copious gobs of froth that dot the plantscape. No, these are not the spitballs of rogue fairies,. . .More »
Hugoson, Northey call on USDA to help struggling pork producers
DES MOINES - Calling the plight of pork producers a financial crisis, Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Gene Hugoson and Iowa Agriculture Secretary. . .More »
Stockyards faced more than restrictions
Waste water restrictions, debt, declining numbers of livestock at public auction are just some of the factors surrounding the closure of the Sioux Falls. . .More »
Updated fact sheet discusses fungicides
BROOKINGS, S.D. - A South Dakota State University publication updated for 2009 offers tips on using fungicides as a management tool. . .More »
Seed Hawk and Raven Industries offer sectional control on air seeders
You’ve heard the old saying, “Kill two birds with one stone.” The phrase means accomplishing two tasks with one action. . .More »
Stem rust threats are still possible
BROOKINGS, S.D. - More than 50 years ago, wheat stem rust resulted in a 35 percent loss of crop in one South Dakota growing season. . .More »
Market Forecaster: Cash trade disappoints traders in live cattle market
Corn:
Corn closed the week 15.25 cents lower. . .More »Vet’s Corner: Now is the time to plan, implement worming program
Finally the humidity has decreased and the temperature feels less tropical. The corn is growing rapidly and the pastures remain green. It is hard to believe. . .More »
CAFO training session is July 8
BROOKINGS, S.D. - An environmental training session for operators of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFOs, is set for July 8 in Huron,. . .More »
Crop watcher: Showers provide continued moisture in Larchwood
LARCHWOOD, Iowa - Nine rain showers in 14 days have provided continued moisture for crops near Larchwood, Iowa, said Iowa crop watcher Mark Warner. . .More »
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Flu cases close Wis. camp; 1 case is swine fluSILVER LAKE, Wis. (AP) — Flu cases have forced the temporary shut down of a summer camp operated b. . .More »
Flu cases close Wis. camp; 1 case is swine flu
SILVER LAKE, Wis. - Flu cases have forced the temporary shut down of a summer camp operated by the S. . .More »
Nebraska officials say flu safety needed at camps
Nebraska health officials are advising summer camp operators and participants to take precautions ag. . .More »
Neb. official says camps need to guard against flu
LINCOLN, Neb. - Nebraska's chief medical officer says summer camps need to guard against the swine f. . .More »
Award winning cattleman
CORVALLIS - If you ask Ralph Larson what it is that he likes about Shorthorn cattle, you better have. . .More »
Jim McKee: Morgan, Buffett and The Panic of 1907
Perhaps in part because of its agriculture-based economy, Nebraska did not seem to suffer greatly in. . .More »
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Hi Greenfields, What a great Job Colin!!!! Congrats. Alicia there are many members that come to Hart. . .More »
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Title: Sioux Falls Stockyards Last Cattle SaleDate: Jul. 2nd, 2009 The Sioux Falls Stockyards held its final cattle sales June 24-25 in Sioux Falls, S.D., after 92 years of business. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State High School Rodeo FinalsDate: Jun. 30th, 2009 Athletes from across South Dakota competed at the South Dakota High School Rodeo Finals June 26-28 in Belle Fourche, S.D. All of these photos were taken on June 27. PLAY » |
Title: Oddens move to ColomeDate: May. 8th, 2009 Here are some photos of the Oddens' new operation near Colome, S.D. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State FFA ProficienciesDate: May. 7th, 2009 Here are the 2009 S.D. FFA proficiency winners. PLAY » |
Title: 2009 S.D. State FFA CDE ResultsDate: Apr. 28th, 2009 Here are the CDE results from the 2009 South Dakota State FFA Convention April 19-21. PLAY » |
Title: 2009 S.D. State FFA ConventionDate: Apr. 23rd, 2009 The 2009 South Dakota FFA Convention was April 19-21 in Brookings, S.D. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State FFA Leadership CDEsDate: Dec. 17th, 2008 FFA members from across South Dakota participated in the state leadership career development events (CDEs) in Pierre, S.D., Dec. 7-8. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State Fair 4-H Beef ResultsDate: Sep. 24th, 2008 Here are the beef photos from the S.D. State Fair 4-H beef shows. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State Fair 4-H Swine ResultsDate: Sep. 24th, 2008 Here are the swine photos from the S.D. State Fair 4-H swine show. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State Fair 4-H Dairy, Goat ResultsDate: Sep. 24th, 2008 Here are the photos from the S.D. State Fair 4-H dairy cattle, dairy goat and meat goat shows. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State Fair 4-H Sheep ResultsDate: Sep. 24th, 2008 Here are the photos from the S.D. State Fair 4-H market lamb and breeding sheep shows. PLAY » |
Title: S.D. State Fair 4-H Small Animal ResultsDate: Sep. 24th, 2008 Here are the photos from the S.D. State Fair 4-H small animal shows. PLAY » |
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Sioux Falls Stockyards Cattle Sale By By Wendy Sweeter, Stephanie Johnson & Chad Phillips  Final Cattle Sale at Sioux Falls Stockyards |
Woster Final Cattle Sale By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Livestock Handling Audio Only By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Livestock Handling Audio Only |
Temple Grandin By Wendy Sweeter, Stephanie Johnson & Chad Phillips  Temple Grandin |
Woster Farewell Stockyards By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wan |
Woster Ag Heritage Museum By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
SD FFA President's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA President Brian Gottlob gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Vice President's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA Vice President Shad Christman gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Reporter's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA Reporter Josh Johnson gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Treasurer's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA Treasurer Shane Gross gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Sentinel's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA Sentinel Maria Skoglund gives her retiring address. |
SD FFA Secretary's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2008-2009 SD FFA Secretary Wyatt DeJong gives his retiring address. |
Woster SDSU Little International By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Woster Opportunities Farm By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Woster Sioux Empire Farm Show By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Woster Looking Forward By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Pederson Broken Heart Ranch By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Pederson Broken Heart Ranch |
SDSU Meat Judging By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  SDSU Meat Judging |
Woster Merry Christmas from the Mall By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Stronghold By By Lura Roti & Chad Phillips  Stronghold Livestock Equipment |
Woster Stockyards By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Dybedahl gives FFA Creed By By Lura Roti & Chad Phillips  FFA Creed |
Woster Green Green Grass of Home By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Wandering with Woster |
Farm Rescue comes to the rescue By By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Farm Rescue |
Winter Wheat By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  Winter wheat harvest |
Fuel Winner By Andrea Johnson  Video of Gary Patterson, winner of $1000 of fuel |
FFA Leadership Camp By Lura Roti & Chad Phillips  South Dakota FFA members attend leadership camps. |
Eco-Friendly Planting By University of Minnesota Extension  Strip-till and no-till planting practices are becoming popular in Minnesota farm country thanks in part to outreach efforts from University of Minnesota Extension. |
SD FFA President's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA President Brett Monson gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Vice President's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA Vice President Erin Kennedy gives her retiring address. |
SD FFA Reporter's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA Reporter Lauren Fosheim gives her retiring address. |
SD FFA Treasurer's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA Treasurer Matt Deybedahl gives his retiring address. |
SD FFA Sentinel's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA Sentinel Noelle Rist gives her retiring address. |
SD FFA Secretary's Retiring Address By Wendy Sweeter & Chad Phillips  2007-2008 SD FFA Secretary Sara Berg gives her retiring address. |
SDSU Little International By Wendy Sweeter, Editor & Chad Phillips, Composition Assistant  85th Annual SDSU Little International put on by SDSU students. |
Feed Efficiency By Wendy Sweeter  Eagle Pass Ranch implements a new feed efficiency system. |
Working Cattle - Melvin Dick Farm By Wendy Sweeter  Working cattle at the Melvin Dick farm. |
Quick Hitch Demo Video By Lee Agri-Media  Demo video of how the quick hitch works. |
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Reader Comments
Mary MaloneThis is a picture of my grandfather, Carl Knutson. I didn't get to see him very often as a child as. . .More »
Jackie Maude
Hi Greenfields, What a great Job Colin!!!! Congrats. Alicia there are many members that come to Hart. . .More »
Tommy Godkin
I think you were a very brave family to do what you did. You are an inspiration to every. . .More »
thor
I wonder what the new intelligent life forms of the future will make of these "petroglyph-like" mark. . .More »
Yester Year
Neighbor Ladies
Frank Gilbert of Sioux City, Iowa, sent this picture of the damage to the Sioux City Stockyards after a flood in 1953.
Dale Christensen of Hurley, S.D., sent us this photo of his dad, Carl F. Christensen, and his dog, Rover. Dale says Rover was his dog and when he joined the Army in 1942, Rover became his dad's best friend.
Workers at Farm Island Civilian Conservation Corps camp were loading dirt for building the dam dike. Gary Rogde of Eagle, Idaho, supplied the photo. The public grand opening of the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum of South Dakota was May 16 near Hill City, S.D. More information can be obtained from Peggy Sanders at (605) 424-2795.
Lewis Sagmoe, Dell Rapids, S.D., on the left, and Oscar Manson of Humboldt, S.D., were catskinners at Camp Pine Creek. Their main project was building what is now known as Horsethief Lake near Mt. Rushmore, near where the camp was located.
Civilian Conservation Corps to be honored
The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum of South Dakota will hold its grand opening May 16 at Hill City, S.D. A short program and the dedication of an outdoor, life-size CCC commemorative worker statue will take place at 1 p.m. at the museum location 23935 Hwy. 385, on the northeast outskirts of Hill City. The public is invited to attend the festivities and reception and tour the museum.