Treasure Valley Family & Consumer Sciences

Learn fun and easy ways to prepare safe gifts from your kitchen, and to avoid those that are not safe. Register for this free class here: bit.ly/safegifts24

Helpful ways to enjoy a safe Halloween!

Halloween Treats: Better Safe Than Scary This blog describes the safe ways for children to enjoy foods and sweets in traditional Halloween rituals like trick-or-treating and Halloween parties.

Come join Owyhee County Master Food Safety at this fun event!

This is such a feel good event. We have great food in the restaurant but also have “grab and go listen to the band” food in the farmstand. We will have 🎃free pumpkin painting 🌻free flower picking 🍎apple cider pressing 🌶️chili roasting and other fun free activities for kids. We will have tie dyeing of T-shirts. We have a really cool group of vendors doing a craft and awesome product fair. It will be a beautiful day so bring someone you love out to the farm and spend a few hours with us.

Come join Owyhee County Master Food Safety Advisors and University of Idaho Extension, Canyon County Master Gardeners at the Canyon County Home and Garden Show this evening, Saturday and Sunday at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. More details at: https://www.canyoncountyfallhomeshow.com

Check out this FREE cooking series offered in a virtual format! Classes take place each Tuesday at 12 PM Mountain Time.
Register at: https://bit.ly/Dish24

The UI, Owyhee County 4-H Program Coordinator position is open! This role leads the implementation of youth educational programs through hands-on learning and community engagement. The coordinator will recruit and train volunteers, organize events, and collaborate with community partners. We’re looking for a passionate individual with strong organizational and communication skills who thrives in a team environment.
View the job application materials here:

EMPLOYMENT - Owyhee County Idaho Owyhee County Employment Current Owyhee County openings:  4-H Program Coordinator 4H Program Coordinator 4-H Program Coordinator Job Description  Road & Bridge Operator Road & Bridge Heavy Equipment Operator Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description  DMV/Driver's License Specialist - Marsing...

Want to learn about Sweet Jam Delights? Come join the fun by registering here: www.bit.ly/csjam24

Limited space is available for this hands-on class.

Check out this FREE cooking series offered in a virtual format! Classes take place each Tuesday at 12 PM Mountain Time. Tomorrow's lesson is Sausage Making! Register at: https://bit.ly/Dish24

Join the Movement! Become a Dementia Friend Today!

Thursday, August 22nd from 5:30-7:00 pm MDT
The class will be held Online!
Register by calling 208-459-6003 or emailing [email protected].
You will receive a link to join after you register.

What's up in the Kitchen: Summer flavors sizzling in the kitchen! 🌞 Try our mouthwatering Chicken and Grilled Peach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing recipe for a burst of sweet and savory goodness! 🍑🥗

UI, Owyhee County Advanced Master Food Safety Advisors had a phenomenal tour today at CS Beef Packers. A huge thank you for a very interesting and educational experience. We all learned so much.

Did you know that there is a new Ball Blue Book out? Treasure Valley retailers are now carrying the 38th edition of the Ball Blue Book Guide to Preserving. We recommend that you update the version you use as there are safety updates in this publication. Happy preserving!

This is a fun class, but the spaces are limited. Participants are able to cool and eat their registration fee in this program, so come join for two great nights!

Our popular Smoking & Grilling Class is back this June 4th & 5th in Homedale at the Owyhee County Community Building from 6-9pm.

Complete the registration and payment process at

bit.ly/24smokingfoods to secure your spot!

This class will fill up fast!

Such a great time at the UI, Owyhee County Extension Office this evening!