KFDY (Radio Station : Brookings, SD)

KFDY was the South Dakota State College (now South Dakota State University) radio station and a member of the National Association of Educational Broadcasters. It was founded on April 23, 1923 in Brookings, South Dakota, and in its early years, had a focus primarily on agriculture-related programs. In 1936, it was producing about 39 programs per week, about 70% of which were educational and 30% of which were entertainment. Also in 1936, about 40% of its total programs were music, 40% were speaking, 10% were dramatics, and 10% were miscellaneous. At the time, it was one of the best-equipped radio stations in South Dakota in terms of technological infrastructure. In a 1938 Pictorial Review of NAEB member stations, the following 'Ten Outstanding Programs of KFDY' are listed: