SDCL § 38-10-14: Powers of commission.

In the administration of this chapter, the wheat commission may:

(1) Expend the funds collected pursuant to this chapter;

(2) Appoint, discharge, fix compensation for and prescribe the duties of such personnel as it may deem necessary subject to Bureau of Human Resources and Administration guidelines;

(3) Lease, purchase, own, equip, maintain, operate, and dispose of equipment in the commission office;

(4) Accept donations of funds, property, services, and other assistance from public, private, and other sources for the purpose of aiding and promoting the work and objectives of the commission;

(5) Appoint an attorney who shall act for the commission when needed;

(6) Establish an administrative office for the wheat commission in the State of South Dakota at a place suitable for the furtherance of this chapter.