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Dairy Drive
The State of South Dakota has elevated the need for dairy cow numbers and simultaneously milk production demands in the growing dairy processing industry. The South Dakota Dairy Drive, initiated in 2012 by dairy processors and producers incorporates many activities to meet these growth objectives.
Activities in the SD Dairy Drive include: presence at national Expos such as World Dairy Expo and World Ag Expo, participation in regional forums such as the Dairy Experience Forum hosted by the ADA of the Midwest, and in-state collaboration with South Dakota State University at various events including the SDSU Dairy Drive football and basketball games.
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Policy Accomplishments for 2019
An overview of some of the efforts SDDP has been involved with in 2019.
Read MoreLegislative Update
A look at the week ahead.
Read MoreLegislative Update
Bills of interest this session include those impacting agriculture land taxation, bills to enhance school funding via local project excise tax funding, and bills supporting the new agreement for SDSU/U of M Veterinary Medicine 2+2 program.
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SDDP Member Newsletter – December 2020
The SDDP Member Newsletter for September 2020 has arrived.
Read MoreIn-Person and Virtual Ag Day Opportunities
The Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls has a huge draw throughout the year (in person and on social media) including significant exposure to students, youth, and consumers seeking more information about things including how their food is produced and where it comes from. This year they have been more challenged by limitations on events and…
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