Cows

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.

Upcoming Center Events

Keith Belk recognized with 2025 Beef Quality Assurance Educator Award

Keith Belk, Professor of Animal Sciences and Director of Colorado State University’s Center for Meat Safety and Quality, has been awarded the 2025 Educator Award from Beef Quality Assurance. The post Keith Belk recognized with 2025 Beef Quality Assurance Educator Award appeared first on College of Agricultural Sciences.

Why does chocolate taste so good and other sweet mysteries answered

Love chocolate? So does CSU food scientist Caitlin Clark. She recently spoke to CSU's The Audit podcast about the science behind this beloved treat, why we love it and why we should be paying more attention to how it’s being made and where it’s coming from. The post Why does chocolate taste so good and other sweet mysteries answered appeared first on College of Agricultural Sciences.