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Roots to Revenue: The Start of Summer and Business Events

Roots to Revenue logoJune is the first month of Summer here in the Northern hemisphere, which is great news to all of us who love the sun and warmth. Every season is wonderful in Colorado, but summer has a special place in our hearts. Warm days and nights, flowers, crops and here in Colorado - business events.

Equine Welfare Assistance Grant: Colorado Horse Rescue

Located in Longmont Colorado, Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR) has supported at-risk horses in Colorado since 1986. Last year CHR accepted 110 surrendered horses while adopting out 65 horses to new families. The organization helps horses in its care find new homes by offering training, veterinary and farrier care, nutritional support, and plenty of tender loving care. 

Guest Blog: Tracing Water Through the Soil

Written by Mendy Stewart, Education Coordinator for the Shavano Conservation District

In October 2022, despite snow and cold, local farmers and soil health enthusiasts gathered to see Rick Strait’s demonstration on water infiltration.

Nutrien Ag’s Seed Survivor Trailer Connects Colorado Kids with Agriculture

There are only two Seed Survivor trailers and both travel throughout Canada and the United States all year long to give children the chance to learn about the building blocks of agriculture. Over the past several weeks, the Seed Survivor trailers have traveled from Weld and Larimer counties to the San Luis Valley and Walsenburg, engaging hundreds of elementary school students.