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Tourism and Agriculture

Modern Era

Tourism and Agriculture

Today, South Dakota's economy is anchored by agriculture and tourism, with Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, and the Crazy Horse Memorial drawing millions of visitors each year. The state is a major producer of corn, soybeans, cattle, and hogs. South Dakota's combination of dramatic landscapes, Native American heritage, and agricultural productivity gives it a distinctive character.