Ranching

Local News

Online farmers market cuts out middleman in La Plata, Montezuma counties

General manager of Southwest Farm Fresh Cooperative is pushing for programs that support food justice

July 22, 2022

Regional News

Wildlife advocates say voter intent being ‘lost or undermined’ in wolf reintroduction process

Conservation groups offer alternate plan that limits killing after livestock losses

July 18, 2022

Regional News

A San Luis Valley farm stops growing food to save a shrinking water supply

Proposed conservation deal on 1,800 acres might be first of its kind in the country

July 11, 2022

Local News

Do farmers and ranchers take stock of mental health? Or is it ‘men don’t cry’?

Drought, disease and economic pressure take a toll on La Plata County agriculturalists

May 16, 2022

Local News

Middle school students learn joys, heartache of caring for lambs

Veterinary science class visits J. Paul Brown’s ranch to observe birthing

May 11, 2022

Local News

Federal government introduced invasive plants. Should it pay to remove them in Montezuma County?

Russian olives and salt cedars are gulping up water and impacting pasture

May 5, 2022

Local News

Local farms producing crops for Pine River Shares

Produce is part of Field to Fork program

May 3, 2022

Regional News

The latest line of defense against wolves on this Colorado ranch? Guard donkeys

Cattlemen say the burros’ tranquil demeanor can be deceiving

March 23, 2022

Local News

Montezuma County gives green light to new USDA processing plant south of Cortez

Facility will have capacity for up to 200 animals per month; economic boost expected to area ranchers

March 10, 2022

Regional News

As land, water prices increase, record number of Coloradans are pursuing conservation easements

law offers landowners tax credits worth 90% the value of their property

February 3, 2022

Regional News

Colorado ranchers who have lost livestock to wolves want to know if anyone hears them

Cattlemen say lethal force needed to get rid of the problem

January 31, 2022

Local News

What role can bison play in the future of sustainable ranching?

Operation in Hesperus models regenerative agriculture to guide a new generation of ranchers

January 29, 2022

Local News

Ranchers argue new wolf hazing rule isn’t a solution to predation

Livestock owner questions why he can kill other predators, but not wolves

January 17, 2022

Local News

A Colorado family tried to save their cattle ranch by betting big on rare birds. It’s paying off.

getting the folks at Audubon to certify the ranch as bird-friendly, to selling carbon sequestration credits for the tall grass,…

December 6, 2021

Local News

Report: Common ground can be found among those who support, oppose wolf reintroduction

Working to minimize livestock conflicts and compensating loss appeals to both sides

November 15, 2021

Local News

In Durango, ranchers meet with conservationists about wolf reintroduction

Workshop speaker says it’s crucial for those in agriculture to share their experiences

November 3, 2021

Regional News

Bennet and Romney raft Colorado River amid historic drought

Ranches in Southwest Colorado suffering from water shortages

September 22, 2021

Southwest Life

Stockman and Stewardship to host education seminar

Stockman and Stewardship will host an educational seminar Aug. 27 and Aug. 28 at Spring Hollow Ranch & Equestrian Park,…

August 12, 2021

Local News

Photos: Cattle on the move near Ignacio

Randy Neil opens a gate as he moves his cattle Tuesday from one pasture to another near Ignacio. Neil rotates…

June 23, 2021

Food

Farmers Market: Mill Iron Lazy K raises all-natural, grass-fed beef

Dolores ranch also sells pasture-raised duck and chicken eggs

June 22, 2021

Regional News

Colorado court rejects animal cruelty measure opposed by farmers, ranchers

Initiative 16 heads back to the title board and its proponents for change

June 21, 2021

Local News

La Plata County farmers tighten belts during dry season

Snow-water equivalent at 31% of historical median

May 25, 2021

Local News

Dolores museum restores narrow-gauge freight cars

is to showcase prosperous railroad history in Dolores

April 24, 2021

Local News

Montezuma County commissioners assert opposition to wolves

Impacts on livestock a concern; wolf advocates point out ecological benefits

April 2, 2021