South Dakota Corn Utilization Council commits $1.2 million for SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility
South Dakota Corn Utilization Council commits $1.2 million for SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility SDSU Athletics
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South Dakota Corn Utilization Council Supports Swine Education and Research Facility Expansion at South Dakota State University
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is pleased to announce that it has committed $1.2 million toward an expansion of the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University. The grant will fund the addition of two new wean-to-finish nutrition rooms to the existing complex and double the facility’s research capabilities.
South Dakota Corn Utilization Council President Jim Ketelhut said, “Pork producers are a valued partner of corn farmers, and underpinning that demand for corn is the need to always improve research capabilities. This gift enables SDSU’s swine program to take a tremendous step forward and we are pleased to help support fellow producers in this manner.”
According to SDSU President Barry Dunn, “We would not be able to complete this project without the generous gift from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council and its support of the pork producers in the region. The Swine Education and Research Facility has become a vital part of the swine industry in South Dakota and has helped establish SDSU as a leader in swine teaching and research. This expansion will allow SDSU to continue to attract the brightest students from around the country who will become the next generation of industry leaders and innovators.”
“South Dakota Pork Producers are extremely grateful for the generous donation being put forward today by the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility is a testament of what happens when the entire ag industry supports each other so innovation and education can take place,” said Adam Krause, president of the South Dakota Pork Producers Council.
“Our students and faculty have benefited tremendously from this facility since it opened in 2016, and its expansion is only going to continue to have a positive impact on the swine industry in our region. The vision and support from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council makes those dreams a reality, and we cannot thank them enough for their involvement,” said Joe Cassady, South Dakota Corn Endowed Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at SDSU.
Distinguished Professor and SDSU Extension Swine Specialist Bob Thaler added, “SDSU has established itself as a leader in the swine industry with a growing reputation for impactful research around nutrition and management. Livestock production was the initial ‘value-added’ for corn, grains and soybeans, and it continues to utilize a very significant amount of these products every day. The addition of these research rooms will help us further increase demand for corn and other locally produced feedstuffs. Also, from a sustainability standpoint, nothing is more environmentally friendly than the symbiotic relationship between crops and livestock production.”
About the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is responsible for the collection and administration of a one-cent-per-bushel corn check-off program. Money raised through that program funds research and development of new uses and markets for corn and corn byproducts that benefit South Dakota corn growers.
About the South Dakota Pork Producers Council
The South Dakota Pork Producers Council is a unified and engaged advocate that promotes, with integrity, the image and growth of the South Dakota pork industry through education, research, marketing and responsible policy. It is a respected leader advocating for sustainable, responsible growth of the South Dakota pork industry that benefits producers, consumers and communities.
About the SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility
The SDSU Swine Education and Research Facility includes a Sow Teaching and Intensive Research Complex, On-Site Wean-to-Finish Research Barn and an Off-Site Wean-to-Finish Production Barn. The SDSU swine herd consists of 150 sows managed in five groups with 30 sows/group. The production system is designed for batch farrowing every four weeks and weaning at 21 days of age. The offsite wean-to-finish barn finishes out and does research on two groups of 1,200 weaned pigs annually.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment.
- Indicator 2.3.1: Volume of production per labor unit by classes of farming/pastoral/forestry enterprise size.
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SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending.
- Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP.
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SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Target 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
- Indicator 12.2.1: Material footprint, material footprint per capita, and material footprint per GDP.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment. | Indicator 2.3.1: Volume of production per labor unit by classes of farming/pastoral/forestry enterprise size. |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending. | Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP. |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | Target 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources. | Indicator 12.2.1: Material footprint, material footprint per capita, and material footprint per GDP. |
Analysis
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The SDGs addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article are SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, and SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets identified are:
– Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers.
– Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research and upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors.
– Target 12.2: Achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. These indicators include:
– Indicator 2.3.1: Volume of production per labor unit by classes of farming/pastoral/forestry enterprise size.
– Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP.
– Indicator 12.2.1: Material footprint, material footprint per capita, and material footprint per GDP.
The article mentions the expansion of the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University, which will double the facility’s research capabilities. This expansion contributes to enhancing scientific research and upgrading the technological capabilities of the swine industry, which aligns with Target 9.5. The indicators mentioned in the article, such as research rooms and research capabilities, can be used to measure progress towards this target.
Additionally, the article highlights the importance of sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources, as well as the symbiotic relationship between crops and livestock production. These aspects align with Target 12.2. The indicators mentioned in the article, such as the use of locally produced feedstuffs and the impact on the swine industry, can be used to measure progress towards this target.
Furthermore, the article mentions the need to improve research capabilities and increase agricultural productivity. This aligns with Target 2.3, which aims to double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers. The indicator mentioned in the article, volume of production per labor unit, can be used to measure progress towards this target.
Overall, the article provides information and examples that connect to the identified targets and indicators, demonstrating the relevance of the SDGs to the issues discussed.
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment. | Indicator 2.3.1: Volume of production per labor unit by classes of farming/pastoral/forestry enterprise size. |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending. | Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP. |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | Target 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources. | Indicator 12.2.1: Material footprint, material footprint per capita, and material footprint per GDP. |
Source: sdstate.edu
