The Ag Water Quality Program (AWQP) has surveyed Colorado irrigated farms and ranches several times since 1997 to assess irrigation and nutrient management practices. Summary reports of this information have told a largely positive story about Colorado producers that have been used to argue for continued voluntary approaches for nutrient management practices. These surveys have…
The Sustainable Livestock Systems Collaborative (SLSC) was formed by Colorado State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to assist the animal agriculture supply chain to find solutions to feed 12.3 billion people by 2100 by promoting animal health and addressing environmental challenges, all in an economically sustainable way.…
Attention, Colorado Producers and AgriBusiness Owners: Show your love for Colorado Agriculture by completing Colorado State University’s annual Custom Rates Survey. Take just 10 minutes to complete the survey before March 1, 2021. Complete the Survey What is the Custom Rates Survey? Colorado State University Extension conducts an annual survey of custom rates charged for…
Dear Colorado producers, farmers and ranchers, 2020 was a challenging year indeed. While last year may have been particularly extreme, climate projections suggest we can expect drought conditions to become the norm, rather than the exception, in the years to come. Overcoming these challenges will take a collective effort. We want to continue to be…
Created by the 1996 Farm Bill, the USDA Task Force on Agricultural Air Quality Research (Task Force) promotes USDA research efforts and identifies cost-effective ways the agriculture industry can improve air quality. The Task Force membership consists of leaders in farming, industry, health, and science for two-year terms. Dairy farmer and CLA board member, Jon…
Join livestock producers from across the state for the 13th annual Marshall Frasier Beef Symposium, to be held virtually on February 17, 2021 from 11:00AM-12:30PM MST. The event will feature an engaging discussion with panelists Troy Applehans, Market Specialist, CattleFax, Ethan Lane, VP of Government Affairs with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and Doug Stanton, Sr. VP…
Sports encourage a great deal of tailgating and beef consumption so regardless of your favorite sport, the location, or current weather conditions, we want to encourage the tailgating spirit while also bringing cattlemen and cattlewomen together for a little creative video competition. The prize will be a Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill for yourself and…
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PPP loans on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP…
Last night, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued new guidance on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in the form of two interim final rules (IFRs). The first interim final rule amends existing PPP rules to reflect changes in the recently enacted Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021, including on fees, borrower eligibility, loan…
Cattle feeding pioneer Dr. John Matsushima celebrated his 100th birthday on December 24, 2020. The Colorado Livestock Association and the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association presented him with a crystal in recognition of the many years he has dedicated to the advancement of the cattle industry. “If his globally recognized accomplishments weren’t enough, Dr. Matsushima is doing something…