USU Extension - Rich County

05/18/2026

🌱 CLASS 4: Rich County Online Gardening Series
Weeds and Pests

Not everything in your garden is the enemy — but knowing the difference is everything.

In our final class, we'll take an introductory look at the most common weeds, pests, and insects you'll encounter in a Rich County garden. We'll talk about how to identify what you're seeing, what kind of damage to look for, and how to decide what to do about it — starting with the least intervention first.

📅 May 20th @ 6:30 pm | 💻 Zoom | 🔗 Register: https://tinyurl.com/33pjfd3h
Free and open to all skill levels

05/12/2026

🌱 CLASS 3: Building Your Garden
Season Extension & Infrastructure

Gardening in Rich County means working with one of the shortest growing seasons in Utah — but the right tools can change everything. In Class 3, we'll walk through the structures and techniques that help you squeeze more growing time out of every season, from the first thaw to the last frost.

We'll cover row covers, cold frames, Wall-o-Waters, high tunnels, raised beds, black plastic mulch, and more — with honest pros and cons for each so you can decide what makes sense for your space and budget.

📅 May 13th @ 6:30 pm | 💻 Zoom | 🔗 Register: https://tinyurl.com/33pjfd3h

Free and open to all skill levels.

05/04/2026

🌱 Rich County Online Gardening Class – Class 2: What to Grow!
Join us for our next online gardening class, where we'll cover choosing cool and warm-season vegetables, trees, and perennials that will thrive right here in Rich County!

📅 Date: May 6
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
💻 Online – Sign up through this link: https://tinyurl.com/33pjfd3h

Whether you're a first-time gardener or looking to expand your garden, this class is for you. We hope to see you there!

Accessibility Notice: We are committed to making this event accessible to everyone. If you require accommodations to participate, please contact our office at (435) 790-5857 or [email protected] prior to the event.

04/21/2026

Join us next week for our first online gardening class. We will be talking about growing zones, soil, fertilizer, and more.

Register for this class as well as the other classes in the series here: https://tinyurl.com/33pjfd3h

04/20/2026

We are Hiring a Summer Intern!
Looking for a hands-on summer opportunity involving agriculture, youth development, and education? Want to learn more about Utah 4-H and USU Extension? We are hiring a summer intern to support our local 4-H program.
Position is in Rich County

Please reach out for more information!

Apply here: https://internal-usu.icims.com/jobs/10202/extension-intern---randolph%2c-rich-county/job

04/08/2026

🌱 Join Us for the Rich County Garden Series!

Gardening in Rich County isn't like gardening anywhere else — and that's exactly why we're talking about it.

Whether you're just getting started or you've been battling bindweed and late frosts for years, this free 4-class Zoom series is designed specifically for our high-altitude, short-season corner of Utah. No generic advice — just practical tips that actually work here.

📋 What We'll Cover:
✅ Class 1 — Know Your Ground: Climate, soil, and planning for success
✅ Class 2 — What to Grow: Vegetables, fruits & flowers that thrive here
✅ Class 3 — Building Your Garden: Raised beds, season extension & keeping wildlife out
✅ Class 4 — Weeds, Pests & Insects: How to identify what's in your garden and what to do about it

📅 Dates: April 29, May 6, May 13, and May 20
💻 Where: Zoom — join from anywhere!
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/33pjfd3h

Classes are free and open to everyone.

04/01/2026

🌾💧 Drought affects more than just your lawn! From gardens and lawns to crops and livestock, water shortages hit Utah hard. But there are smart ways to prepare and protect what matters most.

Learn how to:
✅ Conserve water in your yard without sacrificing your landscape
✅ Choose drought-tolerant crops and irrigation strategies
✅ Help livestock thrive even in dry conditions

📬 Check out the full guide in the latest newsletter:

Utah’s climate is naturally dry and unpredictable, and drought is a recurring challenge for farmers and ranchers. As the second-driest state in the U.S., Utah has experienced droughts lasting 5–6 years, resulting in severe crop losses and millions of dollars in agricultural damage. While short-t...

03/17/2026

Please join USU Extension and UDAF's Grazing Improvement Program for an evening webinar. This webinar will cover what virtual fencing is, options available, pros/cons, and funding opportunities available for producers.

See details on flier, and here is the link to register.
https://usu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_E2_eva3BSFWUErLr9-yufQ

03/12/2026

Everyone is invited to this event next week!

02/17/2026

Applications are now open for the Small Farm Water Quality Improvement Project Grant. This grant provides funding for small farms across Utah to implement best management practices that improve water quality in surrounding areas.
Funding may support projects such as fencing, berms, corrals, and other practices that improve waste management and promote water quality. Please note: this program focuses specifically on improving water quality. Projects that improve conservation or efficiency without improving water quality will be rejected without review.
Applications are due February 28, 2026 at 11:59 pm MT. Awarded projects must be completed by June 1, 2026.
We strongly encourage 4-H and FFA youth to apply.
For questions, contact Elizabeth at [email protected].