Drought Resources for Colorado and the Rocky Mountain Region

The Colorado River basin and much of the western US is experiencing a historic, prolonged drought period, which has affected regional water supplies and other economic and agricultural resources for more than two decades.

Drought is a complex issue, with many changing variables that make planning and forecasting difficult. For these reasons, it’s important for land owners, especially farm and ranch managers, to create a proactive drought plan. CSU Extension has curated a variety of resources to help. Explore the information here, and don’t hesitate to contact your regional Extension office for additional resources specific to your area.

Nitrates and Purchased Hay

Nitrates and Purchased Hay

Nitrates are a normal part of forages. When they accumulate to too high a level in the forage they...

Beware of Nitrates

Beware of Nitrates

Drought conditions throughout many areas in the intermountain west and great plains can cause...