USU researchers examine how gypsum, compost, sulfur, and humate affect crop production, soil conditions, and water infiltration. Learn how soil testing can help growers choose amendments based on specific soil limitations.

Learn how sustainable irrigation uses soil, crop, and environmental information to guide watering for cut flowers, gardens, and small farms. Explore soil water storage, crop water demand, irrigation zones, and water conservation strategies.

Explore how agrivoltaics combines farming and solar power to benefit Utah producers. Learn how these systems can support crops and livestock while diversifying farm revenue and strengthening food and energy security.

USU researchers examine how water banking can help replenish the Great Salt Lake while allowing water rights holders to lease or donate water. The report explores Utah’s water laws and the potential of water banking.

USU Extension explains how declining water levels and rising salinity in the Great Salt Lake threaten Wilson’s phalaropes. Learn how changes to habitat and food sources could affect this important migratory bird.

Stock your pantry, fridge, and freezer with healthy back-to-school foods for easy meal prep, nutritious snacks, and balanced choices for kids.

USU Extension researchers examine Latino residents’ experiences with nature, recreation, and community engagement in Wasatch and Summit counties. Findings highlight language, cost, and communication barriers to participation.

USU Extension explains how calving distribution, nutrition, and reproductive management affect beef herd profitability. Learn how earlier calving can improve weaning weights, calf revenue, and long-term herd reproductive efficiency.

USU researchers identify key barriers to organic production in Utah, including production costs, labor, market uncertainty, and certification requirements. Findings highlight opportunities to provide producers with practical guidance, financial support, a...

Learn how feral horses and mule deer use limited water sources in the Great Basin and what it reveals about competition for habitat. Explore the potential impacts on wildlife, rangelands, and rural communities.

USU researchers examine how producers' concerns and attitudes influence decisions to adopt organic production among Utah agricultural producers. Findings highlight barriers such as production risks and knowledge gaps, while positive views of organic profi...

USU researchers examine how producer and operation characteristics influence organic production adoption decisions among Utah agricultural producers. Findings highlight factors that can help Extension target education, technical assistance, and mentoring ...

USU researchers identify Utah producers’ top organic education and resource needs. Findings highlight certification, support programs, marketing, and hands-on learning.

USU researchers surveyed Utah agricultural producers to understand their interest in organic production and the factors influencing their decisions. The findings highlight educational and resource needs for organic agriculture.

Learn how hair bleach provides a visible, long-lasting method for temporarily identifying cattle. Explore application, safety, and herd management benefits.