Farms – The Journal

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

Cattlemen say the burros’ tranquil demeanor can be deceiving

DATE: Mar 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Cowbelle, Stockman of the year named at Southwest Colorado Livestock Association banquet

Don Tozer and Andrea Lindus take titles at this year’s Southwestern Colorado Livestock Association banquet

DATE: Feb 12, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

As Colorado warms, snow arrives later and melts earlier; soils, rivers and reservoirs face changes

Last six months of 2021 were hottest in state recorded history

DATE: Feb 7, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional 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

DATE: Jan 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Four Corners farmers say it was a good year, despite some setbacks

Market vendors report plentiful crops, but a lack of water and labor

DATE: Dec 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Can Colorado become the leader in industrial hemp?

Gov. Jared Polis wants to make state a hub for production

DATE: Aug 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Farmers Market: Fifth-generation D&S Farms grows vegetables on the Dryside

Breen-area farm also sells starts, herbs and flowers

DATE: Jul 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Food

Colorado court rejects animal cruelty measure opposed by farmers, ranchers

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

DATE: Jun 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Drought saps agricultural economy in Southwest Colorado

Weak snowpack leaves McPhee Reservoir low for season

DATE: May 25, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County farmers tighten belts during dry season

Snow-water equivalent at 31% of historical median

DATE: May 25, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Seeking food security, some Durango-area residents turn to local farmers

Growers shift to direct-to-customer sales during pandemic

DATE: Jun 30, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County residents turn to gardening amid pandemic

Food security concerns drive desire for homegrown produce

DATE: Jun 4, 2020 | CATEGORY: Living