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Eastern Colorado Research Center

The ECRC began as a 3,760-acre ranch in 1952. After CSU purchased the ranch, we have built it into a research facility boasting over 35 fenced pastures of native and seeded rangeland. We have enclosed working facilities including bunk space, chutes and scales and 22 feedlot pens for managing livestock research.

Research and Engagement

Historically, we have been engaged in beef cattle reproduction and nutrition research. Our contributions include numerous nutrition studies on reproductive health and optimizing performance on grazing and animal productivity. We work closely with CSU’s Department of Animal Sciences and industry partners to share our findings with regional and multi-state cattle producers. We welcome visitors to tour our facility and discuss our research programs.

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Upcoming Center Events

January 12, 2026

January 12, 2026

This week’s Food for Thought roundup highlights the National Western Stock Show with a special Future Cowboy report from CSU SOURCE, explores what neonicotinoid restrictions could mean for Colorado farmers, and shares stories of student success in animal science. If you need professional-quality landscape design help, our Landscape Design and Contracting students are looking for community clients for their capstone projects.

CSU’s Grandin to be honored at Colorado Governor’s ceremony

Colorado State University Distinguished Professor Temple Grandin will be honored this month with a Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medal, the state’s highest recognition for civic leadership and service. The post CSU’s Grandin to be honored at Colorado Governor’s ceremony appeared first on College of Agricultural Sciences.
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Eastern Colorado Research Center

26204 County Road 57
Akron, CO 80720
Phone: (970) 345-6402
Fax: (970) 345-6649
Email: austin.couch@colostate.edu