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Farm Fireworks In South Dakota

Farm Fireworks In South Dakota

When a farmer has run out of options trying to protect their sunflower crops, South Dakota legislature allows for one more explosive option: fireworks. The law reads:  “Any agricultural producer may purchase and use explosives, pyrotechnics, or fireworks for the protection of sunflower crops from depredating birds.” A specific point in the law states that the fireworks may not be used within 660ft of an “occupied dwelling, church or schoolhouse” without the landowner’s consent.

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