Wolves a concern for ranchers at annual Southwestern Colorado Livestock meeting Reintroduction planned in 2024 about 115 miles north of Montezuma County February 12, 2023
Workshop on ranching in drought stresses sustainability Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch hosted a free series of presentations on range and herd management January 15, 2023
Avian flu helps create shortage of eggs and higher prices at grocery stores Experts say new Colorado law may also increase costs, but is unlikely to further reduce supply January 9, 2023
Colorado set to release draft of wolf reintroduction plan are 6 big questions the proposal could answer December 2, 2022
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bennet and Romney raft Colorado River amid historic drought Ranches in Southwest Colorado suffering from water shortages September 22, 2021
Loose dogs in Montezuma County kill and injure sheep owner cited; both dogs euthanized September 1, 2021
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
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
La Plata County farmers tighten belts during dry season Snow-water equivalent at 31% of historical median May 25, 2021
BLM reviews proposed Gypsum Valley grazing, sage grouse project offer officials and public ground-level view of projects April 28, 2021
Dolores museum restores narrow-gauge freight cars is to showcase prosperous railroad history in Dolores April 24, 2021
Montezuma County commissioners assert opposition to wolves Impacts on livestock a concern; wolf advocates point out ecological benefits April 1, 2021
