South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Recent News About South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources
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South Dakota State Fair offers discounts and events for veterans and families
The South Dakota State Fair is offering several opportunities for attendees to save money during the event.
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South Dakota State Fair announces daily themes and activities for 2025 event
The South Dakota State Fair, supported by daily sponsors, will feature a variety of themed days and activities from August 27 to September 1, 2025.
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SoDak National Junior Rodeo set for October debut at Dakota Events CompleX
The South Dakota State Fair Foundation has announced the first SoDak National Junior Rodeo, scheduled for October 10-12, 2025, at the Dakota Events CompleX (DEX) on the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron.
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South Dakota seeks water quality data for upcoming report on lakes and streams
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is seeking water quality data to complete its biennial assessment of the state's lakes and streams.
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South Dakota approves nearly $15.9 million in loans for statewide water projects
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has announced the approval of nearly $15.9 million in state loans for drinking water and wastewater improvements across the state.
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Emerald Ash Borer found in Milbank; quarantine expanded
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has confirmed the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Milbank, South Dakota.
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South Dakota invites century farms to apply for state fair recognition
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) and the South Dakota Farm Bureau (SDFB) are inviting applications for the Century Farm and Ranch program.
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South Dakota allocates nearly $19 million for water infrastructure projects
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has announced the approval of nearly $19 million in low-interest loans for drinking water and wastewater projects across the state.
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Gov. Noem VETOES Classifying Marijuana as Hemp
Governor Kristi Noem VETOED House Bill 1209, which would increase the amount of THC allowed in industrial hemp to 5%, classifying marijuana as hemp.
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DANR to Host Suicide Prevention Trainings for Faith Leaders
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) will host Suicide Prevention Trainings for Faith Leaders in Sioux Falls on April 25, 2023, and in Rapid City on April 27, 2023.
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Product Registrants Request State-Level Label Amendments for Dicamba Products
Dicamba product registrants, in consultation with the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) and South Dakota agriculture industry stakeholders, will request the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approve a state-level cutoff date for dicamba herbicide application for the 2023 growing season.
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Celebrating Success at the 2022 South Dakota State Fair
The numbers are in, and the 2022 South Dakota State Fair was a huge success!
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Specialty Crop Sector in South Dakota Receives Grant Funding Support
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) awarded five projects over $390,000 to enhance the competitiveness of South Dakota specialty crops around the state.
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DANR Announces More Than $167.2 Million for South Dakota Environmental Projects
South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) announced the Board of Water and Natural Resources has approved $167,247,512 in grants and loans for drinking water, wastewater, and solid waste projects in South Dakota.
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Bev Freng Honored with the Bob Duxbury Award at The South Dakota State Fair
Bev Freng was awarded the Bob Duxbury Award on Saturday, September 3, during the 2022 South Dakota State Fair.
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Open Class Sheep and Open Class Beef Start Early at the 2022 South Dakota State Fair
Due to construction of the DEX: Dakota Events CompleX, the Open Class Sheep and Open Class Beef exhibits will get underway prior to the official start of the 2022 South Dakota State Fair.
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Heirloom Recipe Contest at SD State Fair
Fairgoers will have the chance to enter a favorite family recipe in the Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance Family Heirloom Recipe Competition at the South Dakota State Fair in the Women’s Building on Sunday, Sept. 4.
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The South Dakota State Fair Presents First Dakota Football at the Fair
The South Dakota State Fair and First Dakota National Bank are pleased to announce Football at the Fair, a new addition to the 2022 South Dakota State Fair.
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Sing to Win at the South Dakota State Fair
The South Dakota State Fair and Dakotaland Federal Credit Union invite singers to make their voices heard at the Dakota Star Talent Competition sponsored by Dakotaland Federal Credit Union.
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Farm Credit Services of America Contribution to the DEX: Dakota Events CompleX Announced
The South Dakota State Fair is excited to announce that Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) has made a $250,000 contribution to the DEX: Dakota Events CompleX. The DEX is a new, multipurpose livestock and equestrian complex at the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron.