Justen Smith, director of the Utah State University Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Department, was recently named interim vice president for USU Extension. He has worked as an Extension professional for 27 years and has served as department d...
Radishes are great on salads, but many people don’t know they can also be used as a substitute for potatoes. Besides being versatile in the kitchen, they are also one of the easiest vegetables to grow in the garden and are among the first crops that can b...
Research shows that stronger marriages and families are the foundation for a healthy society. Rian Gordon, coordinator for the Utah Marriage Commission, recently spoke with Channel 2 and shared five ways couples can strengthen their relationship.
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Founded in 1914 as part of the Smith-Lever Act, USU Extension plays a primary role in helping Utah State University fulfill its land-grant mission. Though more than 100 years old, USU Extension is as vital as ever, and perhaps even more so, due to the increased diversity and complexity of the issues people encounter today. The integration of teaching, research, and public service enables USU Extension to respond to critical and emerging issues with research-based, unbiased information.
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Evolution of the USU Extension Farm and Ranch Succession Program; The Untapped Power of Citizen Science; An Agricultural Needs Assessment in the Tri-County Area of Utah; The Climate Adaptation Intern Program
An Evaluation of the Horse Powered Reading® Retreat Program; Evaluating 51 Years of the High School Range Camp; Utah State University’s Role in Latino Youth Leadership Development; Preparing Youth for Careers in Drone Aviation: Evaluating Washington Count...
Improving Relationships – Hidden Gems Adventure Guides; Outcomes and Impacts of the Virtual Utah Marriage Celebration; Assessing the Short-Term Outcomes of Erase and Replace: A Series of Health & Wellness Activities; Assessing the Impact of the SNAP-Ed So...
Innovative Food Security Program: NourishTank; Assessing Community Needs and Concerns in Iron County; Educational Series for Latino Entrepreneurs in Utah; Evaluating the “What's Up Down South” Economic Summit: Transforming Feedback into Value and Relevanc...
