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The natural appearance of the cattle and how they match the group they came with is the ultimate goal for competitors.
The 55th annual Black Hills Steam and Gas Threshing Bee will feature hundreds of tractors for people to ride and explore.
The animals included in the fair’s shows include cows, pigs, sheep, and goats, all of which will be included in the youth show.
In times of crisis, Farm Rescue helps farmers and ranchers continue on with their livelihood.
The fair has more than 900 entries in their agriculture competitions, which include both livestock and non-livestock exhibits.
Chris Graham, an agronomist at South Dakota State University, explains the implications South Dakotans could feel from the fallout.
A recent ruling by a Brown County judge allows Summit Carbon Solution to survey private land without permission from landowners, but one farmer was left with damaged crops after survey work took place on his property.
Becoming a "bee city" can help struggling bee colonies thrive.
The project is focused on overcoming barriers by implementing climate-smart agricultural practices
Doris Lauing remains heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of her family's ranch and is the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association Executive Director.
South Dakota ranchers are still financially stressed due to the drought
House Bill 1090 passed with relative ease. Along its journey to being signed, there was support from many organizations in the agriculture industry. The opposition came from organizations like Dakota Rural Action and the South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association.
Gov. Kristi Noem's plan to set up a committee on foreign investment in South Dakota fails to get traction in the state Senate.
A bill in the South Dakota Legislature won't ban foreign ownership of agricultural land but it does require information about that ownership.
Cowboys and cowgirls gathered in South Dakota last week for the Stock Show and Rodeo. After the event the Monument turns the area from a stock show and rodeo back to an event center.
Members from various 4-H and FFA chapters across the mid-west tested their knowledge of the agricultural industry.
Recent drought levels forced South Dakota cattle producers to trim herds.
There are more than 29,000 farms in South Dakota and more than 40 million acres is dedicated to farms and ranches; and a plan is working to keep it that way.
Across America many people have complained about the price of eggs, however, not many people can complain about the price of beef.
The Black Hills Stock show and Rodeo has its very own animal nursery, but with animals you won't typically see on the farm.
It’s an event that allows children between the ages of 3 and 6 to ride a sheep for up to eight seconds.
Breeders showcase their cattle at the Black Hills Stock Show.
Stock show opening weekend was decent but didn't break last year's attendance record.
The South Dakota Beef Industry Council says the key to sustainability is social responsibility, economic viability, and environmental stewardship.
The Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo is a major winter event that revolves around South Dakota's largest economy.
The cowboys and cowgirls were wrangling in their livestock to the Monument.
This young cowboy proves he's a champ as he professionally handles championship horse.
The senator says the last few years have revealed vulnerabilities in the nation’s food supply chain
Monthly study points to a flat economy on America's main streets.
Ranchers work throughout the year to ensure their livestock can survive winter.
Governor Kristi Noem is joining two of South Dakota's representatives in Washington in an attempt to restrict the influence of the Chinese government in the Rushmore state.
Woody Guthrie sang that “This land is your land this land is my land” but South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem wants to make sure none of it ends up in Communist China hands.
Forest Service and the Black Hills Forest Resource Association are at odds over forest report.
South Dakota Cattleman’s Association president Eric Jennings said that rising fuel and equipment costs due to inflation are putting a strain on the industry.
Black Hills Farmers Market is open year-round, giving vendors an opportunity to sell all year.
The Western Junior Livestock Show gives young agriculture producers the chance to show off their passion for the industry.
On this week’s Matters of the State, South Dakota education leaders speak out on the proposed social studies standards.
Summer drought hinders the bee's honey production this summer.
Cox's Farm stand has grown sweet corn for nearly 30 years and now their produce is in grocery stores and farmers markets around the Black Hills.
Farmers and ranchers only earn 16 cents for money spent on their products in grocery stores.
Despite engaging in a little family-friendly competition, the LaMont siblings love competing in various livestock shows as a unit.
As summer draws to a close, there is still one big event to enjoy ... the Central States Fair.
To kick off opening weekend, the Central States Fair hosted a goat livestock show.
The Rural Mainstreet Economic Index, a study of the farm and ranch economies from economists at Creighton University, shows that indicators in the ag industry are going down.
Senator John Thune visited western South Dakota Monday to discuss the upcoming farm bill.
The dog days of summer are spent by the pool, on the lake, or sitting inside next to the air conditioner. That’s how we dream of our summers, but for some kids, it’s feeding and taking care of livestock to show at the county fair.
On May 27 it was announced that a $1.1 billion meat packing plant would be opening in Rapid City, and on June 6 Kingsbury and Associates, along with Sirius Realty announced the name of the proposed meat packing plant as well as their partnership with the Farmers Union Industries.
Hearings were held Wednesday with the four major meat packers, highlighting alleged unfair prices in the cattle market.
Area ranchers welcomed the moisture, and say this most recent storm are making them feel better about raising crops and cattle this year. However, the South Dakota Grassland Coalition is warning ag producers to plan ahead.
Don't expect recent moisture to be enough to replenish parched grasslands.