Agriculture - The Journal

Hydroponic method provides fresh greens for livestock

An innovative livestock feed opportunity has gained the attention of local farmers and ranchers, saving some from quitting the business because of drought. “From seed to feed in ...

DATE: Mar 10, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hemp seed for sale? Not yet

Seed supply dominates local meeting with farmers

DATE: Mar 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Farm Fresh plans art contest

For 30 years, the Colorado Farm Fresh Directory has been the “go-to” guide that connects consumers with local producers and agritourism activities. Published by the Colorado Department of Ag...

DATE: Jan 24, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hemp farmers plan weekend meeting in Cortez

A 45-year marijuana grower believes hemp farming could revolutionize the local agricultural economy. “Jobs, jobs, jobs,” said Lu Nettleton. “And I’m talking high-skilled, high-pay...

DATE: Jan 3, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Grazing permits will be issued in Canyons

Two long-dormant grazing allotments within Canyons of the Ancients National Monument will be offered up for local cattle ranchers beginning in 2014. The BLM application process fo...

DATE: Dec 20, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News

Grazing permits will be reissued in Canyons of the Ancients

Two long-dormant grazing allotments within Canyons of the Ancients National Monument will be offered up for local cattle ranchers beginning in 2014. The BLM application process fo...

DATE: Dec 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: DS - News

Colorado wine industry grows

Study: Wineries contribute $144M to state economy

DATE: Dec 17, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News

WINTER'S BOUNTY

While weather is frightful, the greens are delightful

DATE: Dec 3, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores greenhouses find demand for winter's harvest

Vic and Gail Vanik talk with the fervor of evangelists about their greens. But when you consider that these unassuming crops have proven both money maker and miracle cure for the couple, it’...

DATE: Nov 28, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tractor joins Goose as roadside draw in Dolores

Mayor says baler gives drivers reason to pause, pull over, visit the town

DATE: Nov 22, 2013 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. funds will help bring more local food to schools

Cortez, Mancos will benefit from $100,000 grant

DATE: Nov 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Living

A new roadside draw

Dolores is sporting some new agricultural yard art, courtesy of Mayor Val Truelsen. An early 20th century International Harvester Hay Press has found a new home next to the old Do...

DATE: Nov 20, 2013 | CATEGORY: DS - News