Conservation

Brought back from almost extinction, trumpeter swans have a unique tie to South Dakota thanks to a successful conservation program.

Layne and LeeAnn Lux were among local dairy farmers near Leola struggling to get by. SDPB’s Lura Roti visited the Lux Ranch to learn how Layne and LeeAnn held on to their dreams through determination and creative grassland management.

South Dakota’s multi-year drought and wetland drainage practices are resulting in fewer and smaller wetlands. That can result in less opportunity during this year’s duck hunting season.

A U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments that could affect South Dakota's ponds, streams, lakes and rivers.

The Bien family take pride in their efforts to conserve the natural heritage of this landscape at their family ranch in nearby Veblen.

The case could affect millions of acres of South Dakota prairie potholes, the headwaters of the Missouri River and countless other waterways.

The approach to public land and resource management is highlighting some differences in the South Dakota governor's race.

The heritage of outdoor recreation is essential to many South Dakotans. But some worry land use changes and increasing development are threatening that legacy.

Republican Sen. John Thune and Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar introduced legislation to bolster the Conservation Reserve Program including increased payments to farmers.

New incentives from the USDA aim to encourage farmers to employ 'climate smart' practices. However, those who've employed sustainable methods say they won't see those incentive dollars.