USU Extension - Davis County

06/01/2026

If you've never cooked with garlic scapes, you're missing the best part of garlic season. 🌿 These curly green shoots only show up for a few weeks a year, grow exclusively from hard-necked garlic varieties, and produce just one scape per bulb.

They're milder, more versatile, and honestly more fun than a regular clove. When selecting them, look for scapes that are firm, bright green, and free from damage. To store, tuck them unwashed in a bag in the fridge — they'll keep for up to three weeks.

They shine in pesto, stir-fry, eggs, pizza, hummus…and the list just keeps going. Find them at your local farmers' market before they're gone.

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

Happy National Hamburger Day! Before you fire up the grill, keep these USDA food safety tips in mind:

🍔 Cook burgers to 160°F (165°F for turkey burgers)
👀 Don't trust the color — brown doesn't mean done
🌡️ Insert your thermometer sideways for thin patties
🕐 Don't leave meat out more than 2 hours
🍽️ Keep it hot until served — after cooking, keep burgers hot at 140°F

Grill smart & enjoy! 🔥

05/27/2026

Today was just the beginning! We kicked off the 2026 Davis Wellness Walks this morning — and if you missed it, don't worry. Leftover swag bags will be available for new participants at our next walk on June 3 at the USU Botanical Center!

Save these dates to your calendar 📅 — because shared experiences are powerful motivators for long-term healthy habits, and walking can ease stress and anxiety and promote feelings of joy, happiness, and peace of mind. There's something about showing up in person, with your people, that just hits different.

Free to attend. All ages welcome. Register at extension.usu.edu/davis for location details and any weather related updates.

A big thank you to our partners — Davis County Health Department and Live On Utah — for bringing this community together. 💙

05/26/2026

💧 Utah is in a drought emergency — and every drop counts. Gov. Cox just declared a statewide drought emergency, calling this one of the worst drought years in Utah's history after a winter with record-low snowpack.

So this summer, let's be intentional. Check your sprinkler heads. Shorten your run times. And make sure you're watering your plants — not your driveway.

Small habits add up. Be part of the solution. 💙

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day. Please note our office will be closed on Monday in observance of the holiday.

05/23/2026

Rhubarb season in Utah is here, and it's gone before you know it. 🌿 Don't let those tart, rosy stalks go to waste! This research-tested strawberry-rhubarb jelly recipe is a delicious way to preserve that summer flavor well into the year. 🍓

Try this research-tested recipe for strawberry-rhubarb jelly courtesy of the National Center for Home Food Preservation.

05/22/2026

MINT to be a homeowner? We think so! 🏡

Thinking about buying a home, but don't know where to start? We’ve got you covered! Join USU Extension for a FREE Homebuyer Education Workshop that will give you the confidence and tools you need to crush your home-buying goals.

Here is what’s waiting for you:
✅ Basic Home Buyer Education – Get the essential breakdown of the process.
✅ Live Q&A – Get real answers to your specific real estate questions.
✅ Aggie Blue Mint Ice Cream – Yes, free ice cream while you learn! 🍨✨

Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/you-were-mint-to-be-a-homeowner-tickets-1986481648084 to register today!

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

This is what summer is supposed to look like. ☀️

No schedules, no screens, just kids being kids— and earning a marathon while they're at it. 🏃‍♀️

Marathon Kids 'Summer Movement Challenge' is FREE for all ages and abilities this June 8 - August 8.

Run, walk, splash, dance. Every move counts towards completing a full marathon of activity.

And here's the best part: every marathon your child completes = one entry into our prize drawing. The more they move, the more chances they have to win!

🔗 Sign up at https://marathonkids.usu.edu/