Cooperative Extension Service
Welcome to SDCES
Welcome to the South Dakota State University Cooperative Extension Service (CES) web site. We provide practical learning resources to address complex problems of youth and families, communities, agriculture, business and industry. CES is part of a nationwide educational network through South Dakota State University. Teams of professional and trained volunteers teach the state’s diverse population to make informed choices and decisions affecting their lives, communities, farm/ranch operations, environment and businesses.We hope you will find our web site helpful and easy to navigate. Our faculty and staff strive to stay relevant, responsive and efficient to serve you better. Please visit your county Extension office to learn about the local programs and services available. Also feel free to contact any of the Extension Educators or the Extension Specialists located throughout the state and the SDSU campus for any questions, educational information or programming.
Latif Lighari, Ph.D.
Associate Dean and Director
South Dakota Cooperative Extension Service
South Dakota State University, South Dakota counties, and U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating. South Dakota State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and offers all benefits, services, education, and employment opportunities without regard for race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or Vietnam Era Veteran Status.