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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

As we approach the peak of fall season, we get some tasty late-bloomers in our gardens! Check out some of the produce items that are in season in Utah for October to know how you can eat with the season 🌱

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Amid a background hum of federal agency disruption, funding and staffing cuts, and a blazing summer fire season, American Forests has created a new public resource to keep the public more informed and help in making critical forest management decisions.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

As the 2034 Olympics approach and concerns over Utah's air quality rises, some USU professors have created a framework for the state to clean up Utah's air in time for the winter games. Professor Edwin Stafford Ph.D recently spoke on ABC4 Utah about this issue

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

USU Clean Air Marketing Professor Edwin Stafford Ph.D was recently spoke on ABC News 4 Utah about some USU professors proposals to clean Utah's air ahead of the 2034 Utah Olympics. In this clip, he talks about the first initiative of 8 - to electrify transportation.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Happy #marketmonday! Check out some of the produce items that are in season in Utah for September! 🌱🍓 Eating local produce reduces transportation emissions and supports sustainable farming practices. It also promotes local economies by keeping money within the community!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

We had a great time showing off some of the winners of last year's Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest at the Cache Valley Farmer's Market today! The little ones had fun coloring in some anti-idling posters as well! #cleanair #cachevalleyfarmersmarket #supportlocal #utahsustainability

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! Here's some yummy seasonal produce to look out for on your next trip to the farmer's market :)

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

USU Extension Sustainability recently collaborated with Diné College in Tsaile, Arizona for a Earthworks Workshop teaching how to work with nature to build passive water harvesting techniques and transplant native plants safely. 20 participants planted 22 native plants with 4 rain catchment basins.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Mark your calendars for October 2nd! Utah's 2nd annual Land We Share Summit is being held at Westminister University witht the mission of bridging movements and communities to defend the future of Utah’s public lands.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Love gardening or native pollinators? Need some volunteer hours? Just looking for a fun time helping out the community? Come help prepare and plant some new pollinator-friendly species with the USU Permaculture Initiative in Logan on the dates listed above!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

As concerns over air quality rise ahead of the 2034 Olympics games in Utah, USU researchers have compiled 8 ways for Utah to clean it's air in time for the world stage. To read more, click the link in bio. Source: SL Tribune #utah2034 #olympics #airquality #utah #cleanairwednesday

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The USU Permaculture Initiative is hosting an Elderberry Syrup workshop next Saturday at the Permaculture Initiative Garden behind Aggie Ice Cream. Come learn how to turn fresh elderberries into yummy homemade syrup for free! All are welcome!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Happy #marketmonday! As we approach the end of summer, we also approach peak harvest season for many of our favorite fruits and veggies. Check out some of the produce items that are in season in Utah for August for your next trip to the farmers market 🌱🍓🌽

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

In our new blog post we talk to Wendy Fisher— executive director of Utah Open Lands, an accredited land trust conservation nonprofit—about how they have been preserving, protecting and stewarding open space since 1990. Click the link in bio to read more.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We all know that farmers markets stimulate local economies, but this data shows that it is far more than expected! In 2020, $1,700,000,000 of direct to consumer sales reported by the USDA in 2020 were due to farmers markets and on-farm stores.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Air quality is one of the major concerns of Utahns especially during fire season. Transitioning to clean energy is one of the best ways to combat this, and our state has recently taken some big steps in the right direction. Swipe through to learn more.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Farmers markets may be more important than you think! In 2021, well over 500,000 households qualifying for SNAP benefits made at least one purchase at a farmers market, directly supporting their business and increasing access to fresh, local food.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Today marks the start of national farmers market week! This week highlights the vital role that direct-to-consumer markets play in local economies, sustainable agriculture, and community health. Attend one of your local farmers markets this week and stay tuned for more data on their crucial role!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Whether you are highly informed about climate change or skeptical of the science, Utah State University Extension offers a $25 course to bring you up to speed on the most well-researched scientific findings about climate change.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Got some spare time this summer? Hit up some friends or schedule a time on your calendar to get out and ride. On top of promoting a sustainable method of transportation, biking can build muscles and be a fun habit to build to explore new places.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

"I think there’s been 30-35% less water used on the same acres,” Farmer Robert Gibb said about the subsurface drip irrigation system that was installed last year for his fields. Because of the scale of the project, it is believed to be a first-of-its-kind in Utah. Click the link in bio to read more

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Who said tackling climate change couldn't be fun? For boardgame and climate enthusiasts alike, Daybreak is the perfect game to take big world problems and simplify it into a 60-90 minute board game. What could be better? To learn more about it, click the link in bio!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If your lawn has started turning brown, don’t panic! During a summer like this dry patches are completely normal. Read through for some tips on how to maintain your lawns health, or change things up all together! #lawncare #droughtseason #utahsummer #summer #homeowner

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

For this #marketmonday we'd like to recognize the 9th West Farmer's Market for their significant contribution to community and support of local produce! 🍅 🥕 🥬 This is their last season as a market and we appreciate all they've done! They were even the 1st market in Utah to accept SNAP/DUFB!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

We’re USU Extension Sustainability! Follow us for news, tips, events, and updates on sustainability initiatives in your community. Let's work together to build a more sustainable tomorrow! 🌍💚 #sustainability #environmentaleducation #climateaction #utah #usu

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Utah’s solar power landscape has taken another giant step forward. Click the link in bio to read more!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Happy #marketmonday! Check out some of the produce items that are in season in Utah for July 🌱🍓🫐🍅 🌽 Eating with the season and eating local produce reduces transportation emissions and supports sustainable farming practices. It also promotes local economies by keeping money within the community!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

This is art was done by Precieuse Basilua — a finalist for this year’s Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest! Precieuse is from Logan High School in Logan, UT. #cleanairwednesday

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Urban innovation can happen quickly at a large scale. Leaders can take political risk in moments of crisis to force change in a legacy system dominated by cars. For other car-centric cities, Paris is an example of how streets can begin to be reclaimed for people. Click the link in bio to read more!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This sheep was curious what the deal was with all these solar panels on their field 🤔 Turns out, it's a bit of a win-win situation! Swipe through to learn more 👉 To watch the full "Save the Farm, Save the Future" documentary, click the link in bio. #agrivoltaics

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Farmers market season can be overwhelming! Here are a few guides to help you navigate farmers market season, so you can easily remember what's in season, what to buy, and what to cook first.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

In honor of National Pollinator Week, the USU Permaculture Initiative will be planting an herb spiral at the permaculture garden on the USU Logan Main Campus tomorrow from 6 to 7 pm. Come by to help plant! See you there!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Healthy soil is the foundation of a productive garden, and late spring is an ideal time to prepare beds with compost, mulch, and minimal disturbance. Beneath our feet is a complex living system full of microbes, fungi, insects, and worms. #permaculturefriday

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

This is art was done by Nylla Urena — a finalist for this year’s Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest! Kamila is from Ridgeline High School in Millville, UT. Every year, high school students in Utah are educated about the effects of idling as one of our state’s leading cause of pollution.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Shopping local is one of the best ways you can make an impact by living sustainably, and that what the Utah Farmers Market Network is all about! Visit extension.usu.edu/sustainabili... to read our new blog.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

As gardens and landscapes begin to fully bloom, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects rely on diverse flowering plants for steady food sources. Planting native flowers and reducing pesticide use are simple ways to create healthier habitats and strengthen local ecosystems in summer.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

USU Ag students recently built extra-large chicken coops as part of their Ag Structures class project and installed the coops at Utah Refugee Goats' Salt Lake City farm. Watch the full video here: youtu.be/1TTVCYmp-mc?...

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

This is poem was done by Jada Gortler — a finalist for this year’s Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest! Kamila is from Logan High School in Logan, UT. Every year, high school students across the state are educated about the effects of idling as one of our state’s leading cause of pollution

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Need some volunteer hours? Join the USU permaculture garden initiative for their weekly maintenance of our permaculture garden at the Logan Main Campus located right behind Aggie Ice Cream! Maintenance dates are held Mondays and Thursdays from 5-7 pm at 1240 E, 800 N Logan, UT.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy #marketmonday! Check out some of the produce items that are in season in Utah for June 🌱🍓🫐 Eating local produce reduces transportation emissions and supports sustainable farming practices. It also promotes local economies by keeping money within the community!

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

A Shoshone-led restoration project along the Bear River is demonstrating what it looks like to design with water in mind. By restoring wetlands and replacing invasive plants with native species, the project is helping slow, store, and return water to the broader Great Salt Lake system.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Some Utah Ranchers are turning to solar as a welcomed extra income on their land, and the benefits for the community are huge. Swipe through to read more or visit the link in bio for the full article! Credits to: SL Tribune #sustainablefarming #solar #utahnews #farming #sustainability

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Being idle free absolutely ROCKS 🎸🤘 This is art was done by Madison Yardley — a finalist for this year’s Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest! Madison is from Granger High School in West Valley City, UT.

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Milkweed plays an important role in permaculture systems. As a host plant for monarch butterflies, it supports one of North America’s most recognized pollinators while also attracting bees, predatory insects, and other wildlife that strengthen garden ecosystems. #permaculturefriday

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Some Utah Ranchers are using solar energy as extra income for their farms— it’s also generating tax revenue for local communities in the process. Mutual benefits like this make sustainability achievable. To read more here: www.sltrib.com/news/2026/05...

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Thanks to a small grant from @utahtechu we're launching a vendor data collection project across our markets in Southern Utah this May–September 2026! 📊

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USU Extension Sustainability @usuextsustainable.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Anybody who’s driven through Utah knows how beautiful our mountains are 🏔️ This is art was done by Kamila Farah — a finalist for this year’s Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest! Kamila is from Granger High School in West Valley City, UT.

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