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May 23, 2019

Colorado cattle

USDA SURVEY ...

USDA surveying cattle operations

Info helps producers make timely, informed business decisions

May 23, 2019

The rows of blue solar panels that dot landscapes and rooftops are typically made out of crystalline silicon, the workhorse semiconductor found in virtually every electronic device. (Image credit: First Solar)

SOLAR RESEARCH ...

Researchers study solar material’s efficiency

CSU researchers lead studies into improving performance and cost of solar energy

May 23, 2019

John Thune

BISON DISPLAY ...

Thune Capitol office honors national mammal

Bison bull head mount installed in the Capitol office of Senate Majority Whip John Thune

May 22, 2019

The CSU Extension Internship program offers students learning experiences and applied research opportunities. (Courtesy of CSU)

EXTENSION INTERNSHIPS ...

Students to connect research with communities

22 CSU students to participate in the 2019 CSU Extension Internship program

May 22, 2019

In 2005 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Park Service (NPS) formed the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) Initiative to address air pollution issues within the park. (Courtesy of CLA)

RMNO REPORT ...

2017 RMNP milestone report

Nitrogen deposition has plateaued; Contingency Plan not triggered

May 22, 2019

Save the Date for this year's Summer Ag Issues Summit in Grand Junction, Colorado on Sunday, July 14 and Monday, July 15.

SUMMIT ...

2019 Summer Ag Issues Summit

The Summit will be filled with great speakers and tours

May 21, 2019

coniferous forest

PROTECTING FORESTS ...

Compensation for forestland protection

The application deadline is July 31, 2019

May 21, 2019

There are two upcoming WQCC reviews of Regulation 85 where nonpoint sources will be reviewed and decisions will be made. (Courtesy of CLA)

POLICY ...

Agriculture’s nutrient exemptions at risk

Producers asked for input ahead of 2020 hearings

May 21, 2019

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY ...

Apply for Jersey Youth Scholarships by July 1

July 1st is the deadline to apply for the National Jersey Youth Scholarships

May 20, 2019

Left to Right: Kelly Sloan, Denver,CO, Senator Vicki Marble, Senate Dist. 23, Governor Jared Polis, Rep. Kimmi Lewis, House Dist. 64 and Norman Kincaide, Rocky Ford, CO, April 12, 2019. (Courtesy of Governor's Office)

LEGISLATION ...

HB19-1078 signed into law

National Register Landowner Consent Bill sponsored by Rep. Lewis becomes law