Mineral County MSU Extension Office

10/11/2026

10/07/2026

Fall Watering for Trees
While the above-ground parts of deciduous trees go dormant into the fall, the root systems remain active until the ground freezes and requires moisture for continued growth. Prolonged dry periods, especially when late summer and fall temperatures are high, can result in root damage, stunted growth, early defoliation, branch and tip dieback, and even overall death of sensitive trees and shrubs.
Water when air temperatures are above 40 degrees and there is no snow cover on the ground.

Read Abi's full Urban Alert for more information on fall watering.
https://www.montana.edu/cope/email-format/admin/view.php?draft=13992&uid=6942e0ba2fb853.12496963

Photo: Watering around the active root zone (along the drip-line, and beyond) can set up the trees for fewer winter-related injuries associated with water stress.

10/03/2026

10/01/2026

4-H Enrollment is now OPEN for the 2026-2027 4-H Year!

New member enrollment is open until May 1, 2027. Existing member re-enrollment is due by November 15, 2026.

Project-specific start dates and deadlines vary throughout the 4-H year so don't delay! Contact the Mineral County MSU Extension Office for more information: 301 2nd Ave East, Superior, MT; 406.822.3545; [email protected].

09/19/2026

09/04/2026

We look forward to seeing everyone back in the office on Tuesday, September 8th!

Have a great Labor Day weekend!

09/01/2026

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