USU Extension
Juab County Office

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Phone
435-623-3450

Hours
Monday - Thursday (Closed Fridays) 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

What is USU Extension?

With offices covering Utah's 29 counties, Utah State University Extension provides research-based community education, resources and programs in the areas of agriculture and natural resources; business and community; food, health, and wellness; home, finance, and relationships; and 4-H and youth.

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USU Extension offers expertise and pertinent information specific to the needs of our county

4-H and Youth

4-H is learning by doing, and is available to all boys and girls in the 3rd through 12th grades, from urban, suburban and rural areas. First, an adult leader brings together youth that have common interests. Second, the youth choose one or more projects. Projects are chosen from among 100 project areas offered, or if you don't see the one you like, you can create your own project. Third, the group enrolls as a club, and fourth meets together to learn and have fun. Clubs are able to explore 4-H activities, events and trips. In 4-H there are events happening all year round.

Afterschool Program


4-H After School is a grant funded program designed to help youth enjoy enriching club activities in out of school time. Club leaders instruct groups of youth through various curriculum over the school year. Programs are available at Red Cliffs Elementary School, Mona Elementary School, Nebo View Elementary School, Juab Innovation Center, and Eureka Elementary School.

Juab County Fair Information - 2024 Information will be available soon!

Fair Links:

Juab County Fair

County Fair Registration 2023

Mandatory Online Registration

         4-H Indoor Exhibits 
Register at the http://juab4hexhibits.fairentry.com for non-livestock entries.  Detailed instructions will be on our website (extension.usu.edu/juab). Individual trainings will be given upon request. You may call the office at 623-3450 for help and questions. If participants do not have access to the internet, please contact the Extension office.
           4-H Livestock Exhibits 
Register at the fairentry.com

Returning members must enroll every year to be active in 4-H. The 4-H year goes from September 1st to August 31st. 

All members, new and returning, must be enroll by July 1st to be able to place entries in the 4-H section of the fair. If enrollment is not received by July 1st, the member will have to enter items in the open class sections.

 

Create Better Health

Create Better Health is Utah's SNAP-Ed Program. We provide nutrition education to low-income individuals and families throughout the state. Create Better Health holds workshops throughout Utah to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles among those receiving and eligible for food stamps.
In Juab County, Laurie Bates is our Create Better Health Ambassador, with over 20 years of experience, you can trust her with all your nutrition needs! 

Juab County Create Better Health Facebook Page  follow us on Facebook and make sure to watch for new classes!

Current Publications & Other Links

 

Horticulture & Gardening

Horticulture faculty member Taun Beddes!

Taun was raised around agriculture, and his first job was on a local farm. Since then, he has continued to work in and with the local green industry and still enjoys working directly in the soil. Educationally, Taun has a B.S. of Ornamental Horticulture and an M.S. in Plant Science. He currently is employed by Utah State University Extension as a horticulturist. He primarily works in Utah County with commercial fruit and vegetable growers. He also helps homeowners and hobbyists with their gardening questions.

KSL Greenhouse on Instagram

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Upcoming Events 

Master Gardener Classes

Beginning March 21, 2024, and running through April 25, 2024. We will hold an 11-week course for Master Gardening!

Tuesdays: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM in Santaquin at the City Hall 110 So. Center Street
Thursdays: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM in Nephi at the Juab County Cultural Hall. Located at 160 S. Main Street.

Cost is $200 per person (this will also cover your book and supplies)

Class topics are:
* Botany for the home gardener
* Soil management for a healthier yard
* Landscape irrigation management
* Managing the home orchard
* Grapes, brambles and other small fruits
* Trees and shrubs in the landscape
* Vegetable gardening
* Common landscape pests and diseases and how to manage them
* Landscape design
* Managing weeds in the yard and garden

If you are interested in receiving a Master Gardener Certificate you will need to complete 40 Service hours. 

Register at https://tinyurl.com/MasterGardner


Master Gardener


People of all ages enjoy the benefits of gardening. Because of housing situations for some residents, they are not able to participate in gardening activities. The new Juab County Community Garden will provide the opportunity for all residents to enjoy the benefits of gardening. There are 20 individuals plots sized at 4' x 10' located on the north side of the Juab County Fairgrounds in Nephi. The plots will be filled on a first served basis. 

2024 Information will be released soon!
2023 Garden Links/Information:

Guidelines & Policies
Application
                                  

 Drip Irrigation 

Soil Testing Resources

Additional Resources

Garden Centers:

 

Home and Community

Upcoming Events


Diabetes Cook Along
Join our Diabetes Cook Along Classes!  Starting Thursday April 18th! Bring a friend or loved one and come learn how to manage diabetes symptoms as we mke diabetes appropriate meals together! Each participant will receive a diabetes cookbook along with a chance to win prizes!

We have limited spots available! Register today at https://tinyurl.com/4y7nkstk

Diabetes Cook Along

Household Information Records Organizer
We're launching a pilot program and we can't do it without you! Introducing the HIRO- your Household Information Records Organizer! Keep all your important documents and information updated and in one convenient spot! 

HOW DOES IT WORK?
1. It's a Free Program! Thank you for helping us! 
2. Stop by our office to pick up your HIRO binder or call us to reseve yours!
3. Take the binder home and fill our each section with your vital information!
4. Complete the survey includeded in your binder to help us improve the program!
5. Keep the binder safe at home and simply bring back the survey to our office!

Finish by the end of March and receive a prize! Thanks for working with us to organize and empower our housholds together! 

HIRO Pilot Program

Food Preservation Equipment for Rent:
We have multiple items of food preservation for rent, including our newest addition - the Freeze Dryer!
Check out the prices below: 
Freeze Dryer Rental - $10 per week (4 days) Must take class prior to rental
Mylar Bags for Freeze Dried Items - $0.50 each
21.45 Quart Canner Pot with Jar Rack - $2 per day
Automatic Jam/Jelly Maker - $2 per day
16 Quart Pressure Canner - $5 per day
23 Quart Pressure Canner $5 per day
Apple Corer - $2 per day
Ball 21 Quart Multi Cooker - $5 per day
Utensil Set for Preserving & Strainer – included with rent out or $2 per day
Batter Dispenser - Free Check Out
For Sale Pint Jars - $15 for pack of 12

Other Services Available for Cost:
Copies Black and White - $0.10 each
Copies Colored - $0.25 each



USU Extension Juab County Contact Information

To contact us by email, you can reach us at juabextension@usu.edu.

Laurie Bates
Juab County
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Laurie Bates

Laurie Bates

Create Better Health Ambassador | Juab County

435-623-3450

laurie.bates@usu.edu

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Taun Beddes

Taun Beddes

Extension Associate Professor | Horticulture | Utah County Director | Juab County

(385)-268-6535

taun.beddes@usu.edu

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Melanie Dabb
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Melanie Dabb

Melanie Dabb

Extension Assistant Professor | Finance | Juab County

(435) 623-3451

melanie.dabb@usu.edu

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Natasha Dansie
Natasha Dansie

Natasha Dansie

Family Life Educator | Juab County

435-623-3450

natasha.dansie@usu.edu

Jilean Ercanbrack
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Jilean Ercanbrack

Jilean Ercanbrack

Staff Assistant | 4-H | Juab County

435-623-3453

jilean.ercanbrack@usu.edu

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Jacob Hadfield

Jacob Hadfield

Extension Assistant Professor | Agriculture and Natural Resources | Utah and Juab Counties | Juab County Director

(435) 623-3457

jacob.hadfield@usu.edu

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Jessie Hadfield
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Jessie Hadfield

Jessie Hadfield

Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor | Agriculture & Animal Science

(435) 623-3450

jessie.hadfield@usu.edu

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Hailey Holden

Hailey Holden

Livestock Coordinator | Juab County

435-830-2353

hailey.holden@usu.edu

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Judy Jensen
Judy Jensen

Judy Jensen

4-H Staff Assistant | Juab County

435-623-3458

judy.jensen@usu.edu

Ronalee Mortimore
Juab County
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Christi Nicholls
Juab County
Christi Nicholls

Christi Nicholls

4-H Program Coordinator | Juab County

435-623-3458

christi.nicholls@usu.edu

Krista Steiner
Juab County
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Teisha Walker
Teisha Walker

Teisha Walker

4-H Afterschool Coordinator | Juab County

435-623-3450

teisha.walker@usu.edu

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