by jmason | Sep 5, 2026 | Environment
As ranchers in South Dakota adapt to changing agricultural conditions, they find themselves caught between time-honored traditions and innovative methods to ensure sustainability. The state’s pastureland values have surged by 15.9% from 2025, driven by...
by jmason | Sep 5, 2026 | Environment
The rolling prairies…
by jmason | Aug 23, 2026 | Environment
On a serene Sunday morning in the heart of South Dakota, Eleanor Terrett, known on social media as @EleanorTerrett, embarked on a heartwarming mission along the banks of the Big Sioux River. Her journey involved returning lost baby snapping turtles to their natural...
by jmason | Aug 17, 2026 | Environment
The Challenges and Prospects of South Dakota’s Agricultural Landscape STANTON, Neb. (RFD News) — Day one of the annual Pro Farmer Crop Tour has kicked off, with a focus on the agricultural heartlands stretching across the Corn Belt. As over a hundred scouts...
by jmason | Aug 15, 2026 | Environment
Celebrating South Dakota’s Prairie Heritage at PrairieFest 2026 The picturesque landscapes of South Dakota will come alive on August 22, 2026, as the South Dakota Grasslands Coalition hosts PrairieFest at Good Earth State Park. This event, situated in the...
by jmason | Aug 12, 2026 | Environment
The Gray Sunflower Seed Weevil: A Growing Concern for South Dakota’s Sunflower IndustryIn recent years, the gray sunflower seed weevil, scientifically known as Smicronyx sordidus (LeConte), has carved a niche for itself in the agricultural textures of South...
