Extension Education Highlights:
The Extension Education Highlight is a weekly Segment aired on Utah Public Radio where I talk with Extension agents about a variety of topics. USU Extension experts talk about topics from finances to our physical and emotional well-being.
What Is The Difference Between Sanitizers And Disinfectants?
When buying cleaning supplies, the labels can get a little overwhelming and confusing. Teresa Hunsaker Family Consumer Science Educator with USU Extension joins me today to talk about disinfectants and sanitizers.
What is the difference between disinfecting and sanitizing?
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What Does Your Soil Need?
When you’re new to gardening, it’s easy to just hop right in and start planning, but there is a step you may need to consider before you jump right in. Joining me today is Sheriden Hansen, USU Extension Horticulturist in Davis County to talk about soil testing.
First, what can a soil test tell you?
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The Green Thumb:
The Green Thumb is a weekly Segment aired on Utah Public Radio where Utah State University Extension specialists offer timely outdoors advice and gardening tips. I work with the specialists to ensure the segments are ready for air.
Mold Can Affect Your Lawn Too
The term mold describes several fungal species that have a fuzzy appearance, especially when found on that loaf of bread in the back of the pantry that you forgot about.
Depending on where you live in the state, other molds known as snow molds may also create that fuzzy look on grasses at this time of year and can appear as temperatures start to warm and snow cover melts away.
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COVID-19, Backyard Chicken Ranching, And Rodents
COVID-19 has caused all to change and adapt to new social distancing guidelines to mitigate the effects of the pandemic on their lives and communities. In response to social distancing guidelines, innovative Utahns have engaged in new activities that still allow for family contact and explore new adventures. These activities have included increased participation in outdoor recreation and backyard agriculture to include gardening and chicken.
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