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I just read where you can order a diaper online for your pet chicken. It’s amazing to what extent people will go for a pet. This makes me think about all those adorable animals that are getting groomed and trained for 4-H, in hopes of earning the coveted purple ribbon at achievement days or the […]
Read MoreS.D. Farmers Union Celebrates Community Heroes, Farmers & Ranchers During SDFU Day at the State Fair
Team up for Farm Safety Quiz Bowl Another way the organization emphasizes farm safety is through the Team Up for Farm Safety Quiz Bowl. Farmers Union invites everyone to watch rural youth in action by attending the 2018 SDFU Team Up To Safety Quiz Bowl championship, held at 2 p.m. on the Freedom Stage across […]
Read MoreCelebrate Farmer’s Markets
I’m thinking about that plump, juicy ear of sweetcorn that is waiting in my fridge to be devoured. It will be slathered in warm butter, if I’m eating it. And I’m thinking about those who raise all that delicious produce that can then be turned into favorite desserts, or whatever it is we are craving. […]
Read MoreSDFU 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 […]
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