Agriculture
Ag expo off to a solid start
Boosts economy and social networks
Ag expo launches
County’s agricultural community comes together for annual event
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Amber trays of grain
Hydroponic method provides livestock feed in 6 days and can be grown indoors
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Hydroponic method provides fresh greens for livestock
An innovative livestock feed opportunity has gained the attention of local farmers and ranchers, saving some from quitting the business because of drought. “From seed to feed in six days”…
Hemp seed for sale? Not yet
Seed supply dominates local meeting with farmers
Disaster-assistance payments coming, but they’ve shrunk
After months of delay, disaster-assistance payments for non-insurable crops, like alfalfa, are being processed for local farmers. But each payment will be reduced by 7 percent because of federal budget…
Farm Fresh plans art contest
For 30 years, the Colorado Farm Fresh Directory has been the “go-to” guide that connects consumers with local producers and agritourism activities. Published by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, Farm…
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Farmers convene for hemp talks
About 20 area farmers convened over the weekend to discuss the viability of producing industrial hemp in Southwest Colorado. After the hour-and-a-half long open discussion on Sunday, Jan. 5, nearly…
Local farmers convene for discussion about hemp
About 20 area farmers convened over the weekend to discuss the viability of producing industrial hemp in Southwest Colorado. After the hour-and-a-half long open discussion on Sunday, Jan. 5, nearly…
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Local farmers unite to talk about hemp
About 20 area farmers convened over the weekend to discuss the viability of producing industrial hemp in Southwest Colorado. After the hour-and-a-half long open discussion on Sunday, Jan. 5, nearly…
Hemp farmers plan weekend meeting in Cortez
A 45-year marijuana grower believes hemp farming could revolutionize the local agricultural economy. “Jobs, jobs, jobs,” said Lu Nettleton. “And I’m talking high-skilled, high-paying jobs. That’s what’s at stake.” Nettleton…
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Grazing permits will be issued in Canyons
Two long-dormant grazing allotments within Canyons of the Ancients National Monument will be offered up for local cattle ranchers beginning in 2014. The BLM application process for the Yellow Jacket…
Grazing permits will be reissued in Canyons of the Ancients
Two long-dormant grazing allotments within Canyons of the Ancients National Monument will be offered up for local cattle ranchers beginning in 2014. The BLM application process for the Yellow Jacket…
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Dolores greenhouses find demand for winter’s harvest
Vic and Gail Vanik talk with the fervor of evangelists about their greens. But when you consider that these unassuming crops have proven both money maker and miracle cure for…
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Tractor joins Goose as roadside draw in Dolores
Mayor says baler gives drivers reason to pause, pull over, visit the town
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U.S. funds will help bring more local food to schools
Cortez, Mancos will benefit from $100,000 grant
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A new roadside draw
Dolores is sporting some new agricultural yard art, courtesy of Mayor Val Truelsen. An early 20th century International Harvester Hay Press has found a new home next to the old…