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USU Expert Examines Growing Evidence for Climate Benefits of Lawns
There is growing research evidence that turfgrass plays an important ecological role in urban environments, according…
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New Art Exhibition Celebrates Beauty of Utah's Native Plants at Swaner EcoCenter
Swaner EcoCenter and Utah Native Plant Society are inviting visitors to discover the beauty and importance of Utah's…
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Consider Japanese Wisteria Vines for Utah Landscapes
Triple-digit temperature days and drought have many Utahns looking for attractive landscaping alternatives. Japanese…
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Ask an Expert — Gardening Tips for Late Summer Splendor
Consider these tips from the USU Extension Gardeners Almanac to help your garden survive recent high temperatures.
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Ask an Expert — How Does Your Garden Grow? Tips for July 2026
USU's Gardener's Almanac includes information and links to keep your yard and garden at their best in spite of the heat.
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Pine Needles Predict Air Quality? USU Researcher Says Yes
Professor Randy Martin from the Utah Water Research Laboratory has used pine needles as passive air quality samplers…
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Sustainable Wildfire Management Techniques to be Discussed at Upcoming Research Landscapes
USU is hosting a discussion on how effective our current wildfire management strategies actually are, and in what…
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USU Researchers Explore Mini Vegetable Plants for Urban Agriculture
As cities grow and farmland becomes increasingly distant from consumers, USU researchers are exploring innovative…
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Ask an Expert — June 2026 Gardening Tips and Checklist
To help make your yard and garden the best they can be this year, consider these tips from Utah State University…
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USU Plant Pest Diagnostic Lab Earns National Designation as a Core Accredited Lab
The National Plant Diagnostic Network recently announced the Utah State University Utah Plant Pest Diagnostic Lab as…
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USU Extension in Search of Utah's Best Gardens
Extension is launching a statewide summer campaign in search of Utah's best gardens.
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Growing Utah's Fruit Industry: Brent Black Earns USU Extension's Highest Honor
For more than 20 years, Utah fruit growers have turned to Professor Brent Black for answers in their orchards. Now,…