HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- The SD Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources held a grand opening for The Shed to be build on the SD State Fairgrounds. Governor Kristi Noem, Lt governor Larry Rhoden and DANR secretary Hunter Roberts were on hand. Noem said the future sheep facility was a long time in planning.
Audio PlayerSd State Fair sheep supervisor Rufus De Zeeuw ( De Zay ow) talks about what it has been like for the sheep industry without a facility to use for shows.
Audio PlayerFormer sheep profession at SDSU and Aurora county sheed producer Jeff Held, speaks of the impact of the Shed.
Audio PlayerHeld talks about the versatility of the planned complex.
Audio PlayerThe estimated cost for the Shed is $8 million with a combination of contributors and state funding. Plans are to have it ready for use for the 2025 Sd State Fair.