Agriculture and Natural Resources

The Golden Plains Area Extension Program is at the forefront on agronomic & water research. Our research spans crop production, irrigation efficiency, weed and pesticide management, crop insect control and monitoring, agricultural marketing and much more!

Eastern Colorado Crop Production Conference

December 4^th – 5^th 2019, Fort Morgan, CO

Colorado State University Extension will offer a continuing education program on crop production and soil management on December 4th and 5th in Fort Morgan, CO.  This program is designed for crop producers, agronomists and certified crop advisors.

 Fifteen continuing education credits will be offered for certified crop advisors.  Crop and soil specialists from Colorado State University, Kansas State University and the Ag industry will present technical information on major crop production practices.

 The registration fees for the two-day conference is $115 per person, which includes program material, lunch and refreshments. 

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USDA Reopens Continuous CRP Signup

USDA Reopens Continuous CRP Signup

Certified Crop Advisors (CCA)

Contact:  Kierra Jewell, CCA Representative

Each season a new group of professionals who voluntarily chose to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field of Agronomy qualify for becoming Certified Crop Advisors.  CCA’s pass two comprehensive exams covering nutrient management, soil and water management, integrated pest management, and crop management.  Along with contributing to the agronomic community and gaining the required experience, they commit to focus on grower profitability while optimizing and protecting our natural resources.

The International Certified Crop Adviser (ICCA) Program is the largest voluntary, agriculturally oriented certification program in North America.  Over 13,000 agronomy professionals have met the standards-exams, experience, education, ethics-set by the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) to become certified.

If you have any questions about the CCA Program or would like to find a local CCA, please visit https://www.certifiedcropadviser.org or contact Kierra at (970)491-6201.

GPA Agronomy Articles

Wheat

• Testing Wheat for Life
• Preventing Wheat Streak Mosaic
• Saving Wheat Seed
• Wheat Planting
• Wheat Seed Treatment Recommended
• How Weed Resistance Develops

Sunflowers

• Advances in Sunflower Breeding and Production

More Information

• Colorado Crops Testing Program
• Economic And Environmental Potential Of High Plains Cover Crop
• Keeping Safety in Mind When Entering Grain Bins
• CSU Receives Grant for Crop Research