Farming and ranching statistics in Southwest Colorado trend opposite to national numbers

As U.S. agriculture shrinks, La Plata County grows

Montezuma businesses use grant money to cover half the cost of installing solar

Shaw Solar is encouraging small business owners and producers to take part of the federal funds

Photos: Ranch life rodeo in Cortez

Montezuma County Fair Ranch Rodeo took place Friday

Technology in agriculture luring more students to field, Colorado State University president says

Amy Parsons visited Durango, Western Slope as part of community outreach trip

Wolverines could return to the San Juan Mountains: What will reintroduction look like?

State Legislature passed a law directing Colorado Parks and Wildlife to begin the reintroduction process

Photos: It’s rodeo time

Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo electrifies the crowd on Saturday

After strong year in ag, rising costs and new legislation cause concern for area cattlemen

Wally Patcheck named Cattleman of the Year at annual banquet

Owners of NAPA Auto Parts open a new location in Pleasant View

‘We’re really looking forward to supporting that little community,’ Owens says

Cortez FFA event to help fund student initiatives

Money will help students pay for FFA jackets, upcoming conventions

Wildlife officers confirm Colorado’s first wolf attack since predators were reintroduced

Agents found tooth marks, tracks and other evidence consistent with wolf depredation

Switching to drought-resistant crops ‘ain’t pretty’ – but support for farmers is there

Ute Mountain Ute farmers are leaders in agricultural community

Tractor Supply Co. adding Bayfield location

Construction on new store expected to start this spring