The ongoing drought is affecting agriculture, livestock, and wildfire risks across South Dakota. Farmers are struggling with dry topsoil, erratic seedling development, and delayed planting due to low soil temperatures. Livestock owners face poor pasture conditions and potential water quality issues in stock dams. Additionally, six wildfires have already burned over 1,000 acres this year, with burn bans in place across most drought-affected counties. The lack of spring rains in critical areas could lead to further challenges for crops, forage production, and livestock later in the season.