SD Wheat

As your planting plans come together know that your #checkoff is dedicated to #wheat research. #SouthDakota wheat checkoff dollars support SDSU research focused on variety development, disease management, and quality control. @WheatInnovation @SDState

Our mission is to stabilize and improve South Dakota’s #wheat industry through research, market development, and education. Learn more: sdwheat.org.

Is it too early to begin planting spring wheat? We get insight from an agronomist.👇🏻

❄️Cold hardiness is essential for the survival of Winter Wheat in SD! Today we get to hear a plant breeders’ perspective on the factors that give your Winter Wheat the best chance of plant survival! ⤵️ @wheatsd

Your checkoff supports key partners who help build demand for South Dakota #wheat. Learn more: sdwheat.org.

As we know, Farmers are always looking out for others including their consumers! Hear more about how farmers give back with the 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 on today’s story! 🍞 @wheatsd

Congratulations to David Neuharth, father of Commissioner Levi Neuharth, for being named the 2025 Friend of Dakota Lakes! The SD Wheat Commission is proud of the efforts of South Dakotans who promote crop rotation and soil health. #SDWheat

"In this study we documented that, through integrating a well-timed application of Miravis Ace with [a moderately resistant] variety, high levels of [Fusarium head blight] can be achieved." Read more in the @PlantDiseaseJ article "Efficacy of Integrated Management Strategies for Fusarium Head Blight Control in Hard Red Winter Wheat" at doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-1…. From @KelseyFAndersen @OnofreLab +others #wheat #fusarium #plants @USWBSI @wheatgrowers @SaskWheat @wheatsd @KansasWheat

Your checkoff keeps South Dakota #wheat in demand across the U.S. You grow it. We help the nation buy it.

Meet your SD Wheat Commissioner: Tregg Cronin of Gettysburg, SD! Each month we’re highlighting the farmers who represent you on the South Dakota #Wheat Commission: sdwheat.org/about-us/.

Early estimates show 720,000 acres of HRW wheat planted in South Dakota, about 8% fewer acres than last year. As of Nov. 23, 82% of the winter wheat crop rated Fair to Good/Excellent, compared to 68% at this time last year.

New year, same commitment to strong wheat research. Your #wheat checkoff continues to support variety development, #soil fertility studies, and disease research through SDSU.

Mark your calendar for the Mitchell Soil Health Event on February 5! For more information, visit: sdnotill.com/events-2/.

With 2026 on the horizon, we're reflecting on South Dakota wheat farmers' success in 2025: From harvest to ongoing research at SDSU, and from new global market connections to checkoff-driven innovation. Here's to another year of progress, partnerships, and growing stronger.

From all of us at the South Dakota Wheat Commission, we wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season!

Where does your checkoff dollars go? Here’s a quick snapshot from our most recent annual report: • 54% – Research • 15% – Market Development • 9% – Education & Promotion To read more, visit: bit.ly/3JcRRrQ

Healthy soil is the foundation of a strong wheat crop. #WorldSoilDay Your checkoff dollars are funding soil health, crop rotation, and fertility research at SDSU. Learn more: sdwheat.org.

As we gather around the table this #Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the hands that make it possible. Thank you, South Dakota wheat farmers, for feeding the world.

Join us at the 2025 Ag Horizons Conference! 🌾 SD Wheat is proud to sponsor lunch this year with keynote speaker, Julia Debes from @uswheatassoc. 👉Register and view the full agenda here: sdwga.org/ag-horizon/ Early bird registration ends this Friday, Nov 21st.

Your checkoff dollars are expanding global markets. Through our partnership with U.S. Wheat Associates, South Dakota wheat gets promoted to international buyers who value the quality, consistency, and reliability of U.S. wheat. Learn more: sdwheat.org.