Livestock Development Meeting 1-23-13

Minutes of 01/23/2013 KLR Group 2: Livestock Development

Members Present: Lyle Perman, Roger Scheibe, Jodi Anderson, Ron Fredrick (via phone), Jerry Vogeler, Brad Greenway, Dave Uttecht, Garrett Bischoff (via phone), Scott VanderWal (via phone), Lowell Mesman,  Warren Rushe, Robin Salverson, Ed Blair, Brad Bunker (via phone), Gary Deering, Tammy Basel, JD Ryen, TW Schalesky, Sarah Caslin, and Jodi Bechard.

Chairman Jerry Vogeler started off the meeting. The results of the discussion at the “Next Generation Livestock Production Forums.” will be compiled and brought to the committee to review. It was mentioned that the group would like a presentation from the Dept. of Agriculture answering what was learned from the forums.

We plan to go through the individual industry and by June, we need to have the common problems as a whole to present at the Summit. Then from there, we can break down the individual problems for the different industries.

The sheep industry presented a power point on their expectations for the group and some numbers from their industry. The group will be going back to sheep in the coming meetings to discuss the positives and the obstacles in the sheep industry.

Dave Uttecht and Brad Greenway presented for the Pork industry. Suggestions from around the room where discussed.

-Dept. of Ag should have videos of facilities on the social media sites and we need to coordinate videos across the industry

-Need to find the knowledge gaps.

-Economic impact on keeping corn in SD.

-Unit train facilities and selling all corn to ethanol plants. 

-Need to tell our positive environmental story!

-Commissioners settling rules & not following

-Update economic research on specific areas.

-What is Northwest Iowa doing different? : Zoning laws, Public opinion, more enterprising?

The purpose of going through each species is to come up with 10 unified priorities and possible action plans to present at the Summit in Pierre on June 26, 2013.

Next meeting will be Friday, February 22^nd from 1-4pm in Pierre, location is TBD. Dairy will be making their presentation.  

Meeting Adjourned

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Governor’s Coordinated Livestock Development Initiative

SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 2, 2013

Media Contact: Sarah Caslin, 605.773.3649

Governor’s Coordinated Livestock Development Initiative

PIERRE, S.D. - A cornerstone of Gov. Dennis Daugaard’s economic development plan for South Dakota includes building on South Dakota’s competitive advantage – agriculture.

Over the past 18 months, the Governor and South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) have been very engaged with the agricultural community.

 “Knowing that agriculture is the primary industry investing in our rural communities, we have an opportunity to set the stage for the next generation of livestock production in South Dakota,” said state Secretary of Agriculture Walt Bones. “In human terms, it’s also a dialogue about the next generation of farmers and ranchers in our state.”

The Governor’s Coordinated Livestock Development Initiative has four goals.

Goal No. 1 is to communicate South Dakota’s vision for livestock production. Starting this month, SDDA will hold forums across the state to discuss the challenges and advantages of livestock development in South Dakota. Dates; times can be found here.

“South Dakota has progressive, forward-thinking entrepreneurs who understand the exciting potential of today’s agri-business marketplace,” Bones said. “We’re continuing the conversation about the challenges and advantages South Dakota has to increase the number of livestock in our state.”

The second goal is to support a local presence for agricultural development. SDDA congratulates and supports the efforts of District One in gathering site-ready locations for livestock development in Moody, Grant and Brookings counties.

Goal No. 3 is to provide resources and training for South Dakota livestock producers. SDDA is providing support and services to producers through collaborative training opportunities and updated livestock development checklists.

The final goal is to explore ways to embrace local control when it comes to livestock development. “We have listened to the concerns expressed by townships and counties,” Secretary Bones said. “Their issues have been heard.”

SDDA is currently working with legislators, industry stakeholders and local governments on ways to support and be a resource for livestock development.

“Our livestock producers are held to a high standard,” Bones said. “With abundant feed, water, affordable land, processing capabilities and a favorable business climate, we think there is no better place to be in livestock production. We look forward to helping our current and new livestock producers, and we appreciate the demand they create for our grains and forages.”

Agriculture is South Dakota's No. 1 industry, generating nearly $21 billion in annual economic activity and employing more than 80,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect, preserve and improve this industry for today and tomorrow. Visit us online at http://sdda.sd.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Financing for South Dakota Agriculture

SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Dec. 28, 2012
Media Contact: Terri LaBrie, 605.773.4026

Financing for South Dakota Agriculture

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) has financial programs available for agricultural producers and agricultural related businesses.

SDDA’s financial programs partner with lenders across the state to provide borrowers with lower interest rates. Programs are available for livestock purchases, facility expansions, grain storage, and value added projects just to name a few.

“We have seen a lot of interest across the state in livestock development lately and our financial programs can assist in these projects,” said SD Secretary of Agriculture Walt Bones. “What a great way to diversify your farming operation or allow for a son or daughter to come back to the farm.”

SDDA staff will be available at the Annual Pork Congress in Sioux Falls in January and the Black Hills Stock Show in Rapid City for anyone wanting to discuss livestock development and financing options.

For additional information on any of the financial programs offered through SDDA, call 605-773-5436. All program summaries and application forms are available at http://sdda.sd.gov

Agriculture is South Dakota's No. 1 industry, generating nearly $21 billion in annual economic activity and employing more than 80,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect, preserve and improve this industry for today and tomorrow. Visit us online at http://sdda.sd.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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SDDA Ag News 12-27-12

SDDA Ag News 12-27-12
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SD Dept. of Ag and SDSU Extension To Hold “The Next Generation of Livestock Production” Forums

SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Dec. 26, 2012

Media Contact: Sarah Caslin, 605-773-3649

SD Dept. of Ag and SDSU Extension To Hold “The Next Generation of Livestock Production” Forums

PIERRE, S.D.-The South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) and South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension will hold forums across the state to discuss South Dakota’s vision for livestock production this January through March.

“South Dakota has progressive, forward-thinking entrepreneurs who understand the exciting potential of today’s agri-business marketplace,” said SD Secretary of Agriculture Walt Bones. “We’re starting the conversation about the challenges and advantages South Dakota has to increase the number of livestock in our state.”

All forums are scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. local time but are subject to change.

Dates and places are as follows:

Jan. 14-Aberdeen Livestock

Jan. 15-Mobridge Livestock

Jan. 21-Ft. Pierre Livestock

Jan. 22-Herried Livestock

Jan. 23-Martin Livestock

Jan. 24-Philip Livestock

Feb. 4-Hub City Livestock

Feb. 6-Bales Continental

Feb. 8-Glacial Lakes Livestock

Feb. 25-Platte Livestock

Feb. 26-Magness Livestock

Feb. 27-Madison Livestock

Feb. 28-Kimball Livestock

March 5-Mitchell Livestock

March 6-Yankton Livestock

March 7-Sioux Falls Regional

March 11-Belle Fourche Livestock

March 12-St. Onge Livestock

March 13-Faith Livestock

March 14-Lemmon Livestock

March 18-Miller Livestock

March 19-Presho Livestock
March 20-Winner Livestock

March 21-Chamberlain Livestock

For more information, contact Sarah Caslin, SDDA Livestock Development Specialist at 605-773-3649 or visit http://sdda.sd.gov

Agriculture is South Dakota's No. 1 industry, generating nearly $21 billion in annual economic activity and employing more than 80,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect, preserve and improve this industry for today and tomorrow. Visit us online at http://sdda.sd.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Dec. 26, 2012

Media Contact: Brad Berven, 605-773-4432

SD Dept. of Ag Hosts Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification Meetings

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) is hosting Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification meetings this January and February.

The goal of these meetings is to insure the safe and effective storage, handling, distribution, use and disposal of pesticide products. Pesticide applicators must take a test to become initially certified, but can re-certify by attending one of these meetings.

Once certified, commercial applicators must obtain a license, which is also valid for two years.

A commercial applicator license is $25 and a re-certification class is $50. Applicator and dealer licenses must be renewed by Feb. 28, 2013 or a $50 late fee will be assessed.

For times, dates and places of the commercial applicator meetings, visit https://apps.sd.gov/doa/ecat3/ApplicatorMeetingPrograms.htm Please bring a government issued photo ID and your applicator license to the meeting for check-in.

For more information on SDDA’s Pesticide Program, visit http://sdda.sd.gov/legacydocs/Ag_Services/Agronomy_Services_Programs/Pesticide_Program/2011-07pesticide_program_brochurewebopt.pdf

Agriculture is South Dakota's No. 1 industry, generating nearly $21 billion in annual economic activity and employing more than 80,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect, preserve, and improve this industry for today and tomorrow. Visit us online at http://sdda.sd.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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