Farms, Fields, and Feed
Agriculture is an integral part of life in South Dakota. Every year, agriculture, forestry, and related industries contribute over $32 billion to the state economy. As a region of small towns surrounded by farms and ranches, we're uniquely close to the producers that make our food. The Southeast Ag Tour, hosted in partnership with the Clay-Union County Farm Bureau, is a fun and educational glimpse into modern agriculture and the work our farmers do every day to keep the world spinning.
The event features tours of local agriculture operations, presentations from ag producers, Q&A sessions, hands-on activities, and a free dinner. Past tours have featured Fleurish Flower Farm, Jensen Family Farms, Nutrien Ag Solutions and the SDSU Southeast Research Farm.
July 2026
More information to come!
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