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Categories:SDFU Farm Safety Trailer Brings Hands-On Safety Education to Your Community
For decades, South Dakota Farmers Union has brought farm safety education to hundreds of rural youth through county camps held each summer. This year, the grassroots organization is taking the message of farm safety on the road – literally. The SDFU Farm Safety Trailer is a portable, hands-on classroom dedicated educating rural youth across South […]
Read MoreThree South Dakota Teens Elected to National Farmers Union Youth Council
More about NFU All States Camp During NFU All States Camp, campers between the ages of 17 and 20 years old participated in programs that emphasize leadership, teamwork and cooperative education, while also enjoying traditional camp activities. In addition, campers gained hands-on experience on an urban farm in Denver, Colorado, while volunteering at Sprout City […]
Read MoreSouth Dakota Farmers Union Celebrates the Hotchkiss Farm Family of Colton
By Lura Roti for S.D. Farmers Union Paul Hotchkiss’ first love is farming. “I don’t know why it’s what I love, but I do. It’s what I’ve done all my life,” explains the fourth-generation farmer, who has been running farm equipment since he was 6. “His mom and dad told stories of how Paul would […]
Read MoreSD Farmers Union Members Call for Strong Leadership & Action During July 25 Policy Meeting
“We have to do something about these tariffs,” said Sigdestad, who began his farming career in 1971. “I have seen tough times before and I’m concerned about the devastating impact this trade war is having on all farmers.” Olson agrees. The 85-year-old Day County farmer has been actively engaged in SDFU since he was asked […]
Read MoreSD Farmers Union Joins NFU in Urging Administration to Do More
HURON, S.D. – In response to the Trump Administration’s announcement of a $12 billion plan to provide emergency aid to farmers amidst an escalating trade war with China and other trading partners, Doug Sombke, South Dakota Farmers Union (SDFU) President urges the Administration to do more to help family farmers and ranchers. “How will this […]
Read MoreWhat you need to know about the West Nile Virus
Many parts of South Dakota have been experiencing a very wet summer and with that brings an increase in our mosquito population and a higher chance of contracting the West Nile Virus. Below are some facts, provided by the South Dakota Department of Health, on how you can identify and protect yourself from the virus.What […]
Read MoreWith Friends Like This…
With Friends Like This… South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke discusses how the EPA’s proposed Renewable Enhancement and Growth Support rule would hurt both the ethanol and agriculture industries. This op-ed originally ran in the Ethanol Producer Magazine July 13, 2018 The news we get out of Washington these days lies somewhere between incredible […]
Read MoreHeat Safety Tips for the Farmer or Rancher
With temperatures beginning to reach their summer peak, it is important that we keep in mind best practices when working in the heat. Regardless of the temperature, chores on your farm and ranch still have to get done. Here are four tips to help keep you protected from the heat this summer: Stay hydrated Drink […]
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