CSU Ag Day and the Nutrien Ag Day BBQ
Join Us for Ag Day on September 12, 2026
Come to the table to honor CSU’s roots, elevate scholarship and celebrate our community’s agricultural producers.
Ag Day is a long-standing tradition and celebration of Colorado agriculture and CSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences. We are proud to host the Nutrien Ag Day BBQ in partnership with Colorado agricultural partners from around the state. This tradition honors both the institution’s roots and Colorado’s rich agricultural history in a celebration that appeals to all ages.
Tickets for the 2026 Nutrien Ag Day BBQ are Coming Soon
Get Some BBQ Before the Game
BBQ – Sept 12, 2026
Join us for BBQ! The pre-game Nutrien Ag Day BBQ features the state’s agricultural growers and producers preparing Colorado’s premier outdoor barbecue from quality Colorado food products to fund scholarships for agricultural sciences students.
CSU Rams Football vs. Southern Utah University & Ag Day BBQ
Sept 12, 2026
Cheer on your CSU Rams Football team as we square off against the Southern Utah University Thunderbirds. The game takes place at Canvas Stadium, but we invite you to join us before the game and celebrate Ag Day with some BBQ!
Scholarship Dollars Awarded Since 2000
2025 Nutrien Ag Day BBQ Attendees
Individual Scholarships Awarded since 2000
Support Ag Day Scholarships
We offer scholarships every fall to our AgSci students who show promise in sustaining Colorado’s agriculture. They come from regions across the state with different backgrounds and experiences. These scholarships are another tool to enhance and ensure their academic success in agricultural sciences.
Proceeds from ticket sales and donations from our sponsors are the primary funding source for our scholarships. We also gratefully accept monetary gifts to support our scholarship resources. Consider a contribution today.
Powered by Volunteers
Volunteers are what make the Nutrien Ag Day BBQ a success. We want everyone to know you are a valuable member of the team with a free t-shirt to wear proudly at the event. And, of course, a free BBQ ticket!
Once you are all signed up, we’ll send you a special code for a discounted football ticket.
Fun for the Whole Family
Ag Day festivities also include educational activities for people of all ages. The Nutrien Ag Day BBQ includes interactive exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities for guests of all ages. Exhibitors include CSU’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Cancer Prevention Laboratory, Irrigation Innovation Consortium, UpSkilling Academy, Spur, AgNext, Potato Breeding and Selection Program, Farm Bureau Student Chapter, Bug Zoo, Animal Science Stewards and CAM’s Ag Academy.
The Office of Engagement and Extension is hosting a new Youth Activity Zone, located across the street from the Nutrien Ag Day BBQ. The fun-filled, educational event will feature 4-H groups and leaders hosting tables and activities for youth in partnership with Larimer County Extension, Master Gardeners, and the CSU Drone Center.
Nutrien Ag Day BBQ
We are proud of our strong partnership with Nutrien demonstrating our collaboration with industry leaders. In partnership with Nutrien, the annual Nutrien Ag Day BBQ is where we showcase Colorado’s Ag production.
Come out, have a seat at our table, and help us support Colorado agriculture. And enjoy a delicious meal with our extended Ag Family.
Ag Day History
Ag Day is a more than 40-year-old tradition at Colorado State University celebrating our land-grant roots and continued role as a leader in agricultural research, education and outreach.
Join Us All Week
This is our week to shine. All week, we will be showcasing how our College excels in outreach, engagement, and research. This is a great time for our students to experience the range we offer in programs and student run organizations.
Sponsors and Partners
21st Century Equipment, LLC
AgrAbility
Arkansas Valley Research Center
Beef Sticks for Backpacks
Boulder County Extension & 4-H
Colorado Beef Council
Colorado Corn
Colorado Department of Agriculture
Colorado Egg Producers Association
Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association
Colorado Pork Producers Council
Colorado Potato Administrative Committee
Colorado Premium
Colorado Sheep and Wool Authority
Colorado Wheat Administrative Committee
CSU AgNext
CSU Alumni Association
CSU Bug Zoo
CSU CAM’s Ag Academy
CSU Cancer Prevention Laboratory
CSU College of Agricultural Sciences
CSU Potato Breeding and Selection Program
CSU Ram Country Meats
CSU Spur
DairyMAX
Feeding Colorado
Flexx Productions
Hardy Boy Plants
JBS Pork
Kiyota Greenhouse
Larimer County Extension & 4-H
Leprino Foods
Logan County Extension & 4-H
Molson Coors Beverage Company
Nutrien
Office of Engagement and Extension
Poudre Valley Cooperative Association
Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association
Sigma Alpha
Smart Irrigation
Stewards of Animal Science
Superior Farms
Swire Coca-Cola, USA
Welby Gardens
Weld County Extension & 4-H
Western Ranch Management