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New Location for Extension Office
The
Lincoln County Extension Office is in the process of
moving to their new location in the basement of the
new Courthouse addition. As of Wednesday May 14,
they will be at their new address of 104 North Main,
Canton SD 57013. Their telephone number
(605-764-2756) and fax number (605-764-2432) remain
the same. Soil Temps Coming Up, Finally!
This is
obvious proof that it has been too cold this late
into our 2008 planting season. Hopefully things
will catch up. Good luck to all with spring
planting.
More... Protective Clothing a Must around Pesticides With spring field work underway, the use of herbicides and insecticides will be part of the seasonal agenda. Using proper protective clothing is not only a good idea; it is also a label requirement. More...
It is important for horse owners to keep some facts about West Nile Virus in mind as the mosquito season approaches. West Nile Virus affects horses and in humans can present itself as a mild disease with flu-like symptoms to a severe disease affecting the brain and central nervous system. More...
Each
year many cow/calf producers face the challenge of
grafting an orphan calf on to a cow that has lost a
calf.
More...
Spring is here as many local producers are at
the start of calving season. For the most part
thus far, the weather has been cooperative
however; it is still a long way to grass. Don’t
ignore calves as problems arise very quickly.
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Agriculture
Producers, if you are considering building a new
farm building or remodeling an existing facility
and need some free advice from an agriculture
engineer, call for an appointment today.
More... Publication Discusses Beef Cow Mineral Supplements A new publication from South Dakota State University offers tips on formulating mineral supplements for beef cows. More...Prevention of Calf Scours
Spring means
newborns and no newborn is more subject to the
elements than baby calves. Mud and scours go
hand in hand.
More... Animal Disease Traceability Considerations
Animal disease
traceability is the ability to gather accurate
and useful information needed to locate and
identify diseased and exposed animals.
More...
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