June 27, 2017 www.broadcasteronline.com Home of Great Ideas since 1934 201 W Cherry St. • Vermillion, SD Phone: 624-4429 • Fax: 624-2696 BroadcasterOnline.com Broadcaster Press 9 Feeding Ditch Hay During Drought BROOKINGS, S.D. - Farmers and ranchers across the state may cut and bale state highway ditches adjacent to their property as a way to provide access to more forage during the on-going drought in South Dakota. This is part of the State of Emergency declared by Governor Dennis Daugaard. "As part of the State of Emergency, the state eased haying and transportation restrictions to assist livestock producers," explained Alvaro Garcia, SDSU Extension Agriculture and Natural restrictions on women grew – and the Resources Program Director & Professituation only worsened when terrorist sor. The S.D. Department of Transportagroups crept into the areas of greatest tion suspended all mowing operations instability. For instance, ISIL, which until July 5, 2017 to allow farmers to has claimed significant amounts of territory within Syria, uses human traf- access to more hay. The state also authorized producers to travel statewide ficking and sex slavery as an incomegenerating business for their terrorist without a commercial driver's license (CDL) to ease transport of feed in the activities. drought stricken area. When women are empowered, however, we observe different results. July is the Best time to Harvest In fact, a study by Inclusive Security Ditch Hay found “when 35 percent of parliamenAlthough it is a good practice to have tarians are women, the risk of relapse the bales of ditch hay analyzed for at into conflict is near zero.” least crude protein and total digestible Despite knowing all this, women are often underrepresented in conflict nutrients (TDN) - and balance diets accordingly - Garcia said that if the bales prevention and resolution. Bringing women to the table during are not analyzed, based on research, the best time for livestock producers to peace negotiations won’t solve every harvest ditch hay is during the month conflict, nor will it unilaterally elimiof July. nate the threat of terrorism. But our "During 2015, NDSU Extension anamilitary and diplomatic corps, which lyzed 182 samples of harvested ditch are second to none, should have as hay from across the state. The results many tools as possible at their disshowed that most of the ditch hay conposal to mitigate conflict and keep sisted of cool-season grasses, predomiAmerica safe. nantly smooth bromegrass. There were This June, the U.S. House of Repredifferences in nutrient composition that sentatives passed the Women, Peace, were attributed mostly to variability and Security Act, which I authored. in the stage of maturity at cutting. The This bipartisan bill would require best compromise between tonnage and leaders within the State and Defense departments to develop a comprehensive strategy that increases and strengthens women’s participation in peace negotiations and conflict prevention globally. Through the meaningful congressional oversight this legislation the right outlines, we can help ensure women gain a critical seat at the negotiating table, increasing the opportunity for lasting peace and further strengthening America’s security. Weekly Column: Peace and Security By Rep. Kristi Noem You can hardly open the paper, turn on the TV, or scroll through your social media newsfeed without learning of another outbreak of domestic or international violence. So often, radical Islamic terrorists and other menacing groups thrive in conflict-rich areas of the globe, making it necessary in some cases to mitigate instability and promote peace to strengthen our own security. Research covering conflicts from Northern Ireland to Africa has shown that peace agreements are 35 percent more likely to last at least 15 years when women are involved in the negotiations. The added success can be contributed to many factors – not the least of which is that women are impacted by conflict in different ways than men, so their involvement in peace talks allows for a more comprehensive approach. In many war-torn countries, for instance, women control large segments of the economy. While their husbands, sons and brothers are taking up arms, women take on the responsibility of running the local markets and educating their children. This gives them a significant stake in the economy and an active role in shaping the next generation. The insight can be invaluable. At the same time, data show when women are left behind, the chance of conflict increases. Take Syria, as an example. It’s one of the world’s most war-torn countries. 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Consider safety & herbicides When deciding to harvest ditch hay, is very important to thoroughly inspect the area to make sure that the ditch is tractor-safe and will not result in a dangerous rollover. Garcia also encouraged producers to inspect/rid the area of garbage that may have accumulated such as glass bottles, aluminum cans, plastic, etc. "In addition, it is important to know whether the roadsides have been sprayed for weeds," he said. "Some herbicides are not cleared to be used on forage that is to be fed to livestock." He added that some broadleaf herbicides sprayed on ditch hay fed to cattle are eliminated intact in the manure. "If manure from animals fed ditch hay sprayed with these herbicides is applied to the fields, there is a good chance the herbicide will hurt yields or even the whole subsequent broadleaf crop," Garcia said. Current research-based suggestions are to skip at least two growing seasons before planting broadleaf crops to acreage that was fertilized with manure from these animals. "There have not been health issues reported in cattle fed hay treated with either herbicide," Garcia said. To find out whether a ditch has been sprayed with herbicide, contact your local county or Township government or SD DOT offices. For more information on feeding ditch hay, contact SDSU Extension staff. A complete listing can be found on the Our Experts webpage. H 0 0 k with the employment bp Since 1934 ads in the Broadcaster Press 201 W. Cherry,Vermillion 605-624-4429 Cultural Heritage Center Participating In Blue Star Museums Program PIERRE, S.D. -- The South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre is continuing its participation in the Blue Star Museums program in 2017. 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