August 29, 2025
By: Taun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist, Taun.Beddes@extension.usu.edu By August, many Utah trees develop brown, crispy edges on their leaves – a condition called leaf scorch. It often looks alarming…
August 8, 2025
By: Taun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist, Taun.Beddes@usu.edu Over the past few weeks, I’ve had a flood of questions about brown lawns. In most cases, the culprit is simple: drought…
August 1, 2025
August 1, 2025 Writer: Dennis Hinkamp, Dennis.Hinkamp@usu.edu Contact: David Stoner, David.Stoner@usu.edu In the heat of the summer, all living things – including plants, people, and pets – are looking for relief from…
July 3, 2025
By: JayDee Gunnell, Utah State University Extension horticulturist, Jaydee.Gunnell@usu.edu It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as temperatures heat up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help. The Almanac includes information and…
June 20, 2025
Contact: Mair Murray, Utah State University Extension Integrated Pest Management specialist, mair.murray@usu.edu Last year it seemed that grasshoppers were everywhere in Utah, specifically in urban and residential areas. This year, populations…
June 11, 2025
By: Nicki Frey, Utah State University Extension wildlife specialist, Nicki.Frey@usu.edu Humans aren’t the only ones eager for the summer sun. Snakes are out in abundance and can be found warming up along roads,…
May 23, 2025
Contact: J. Bradley Washa, Utah State University Extension Assistant Professor, Wildland Fire Science, brad.washa@usu.edu, 435-729-0040 May is National Wildfire Awareness Month, a time to help raise awareness about the dangers of wildfires…
June 23, 2023
Many families are heading outdoors for recreation and activities this summer. Whether in the pool or park, the ballfield or backyard, take measures to keep family members safe from injuries,…
July 29, 2022
Many families are heading outdoors for one last outing before school starts. Whether in the water or hills, on the ballfield or in the backyard, it’s essential to keep family…