BROOKINGS, S.D. -  The 13th annual Precision Ag Conference is set for Feb. 22 in Aberdeen S.D.

The one-day event is designed to provide producers with the latest in precision ag research and information. In addition, it provides a chance for producers to learn more about precision ag services and goods at the daylong Precision Ag Trade Show.

The conference will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Best Western Ramkota Inn with registration and coffee. The trade show will also open at this time.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - Wouldn't it be nice to have a magic wand that with a simple wave guaranteed your child's pre-teen and teen years would be smooth sailing? While we may not have a magic wand; there is an innovative and fun program proven to help prevent and calm the rough waters that can accompany the adolescent years.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - South Dakota Small Acreages will host a seminar for all acreage owners on Feb. 18 at the new University Center, located just south of Exit 61 and east of McDonalds at 4300 Cheyenne Blvd in Rapid City, S.D.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - The South Dakota State University Dairy Science Department welcomes three new professionals; David Casper, Assistant Professor in Dairy Science, Tracey Renelt, SDSU Extension Field Specialist in Dairy and Melissa Schmitt, Assistant Manager for the Dairy Research and Training Facility.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - An environmental training session for operators of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFOs, is set for Feb. 23 in Huron.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - To achieve success marketing their commodities, today's agriculture producers need to consider the big picture, says Matthew Diersen, SDSU professor of economics.