Mountain hayfields can filter nutrients and support clean water

Irrigated mountain hayfields can act as large filtration systems that reduce sediment, phosphorus and other contaminants from runoff, sometimes improving the quality of water flowing back into the environment, Colorado State University research has found.The findings...

Researchers targeting drought-tolerance traits in crops

Researchers targeting drought-tolerance traits in crops Jayme DeLoss June 30, 2026 Key takeaways Colorado State University is studying and developing wheat, corn and sorghum to withstand drought. Over 63 years of wheat breeding, CSU has developed varieties that are...

CAS, AES honor faculty, staff and students at annual awards ceremony

On Tuesday, May 5, the College of Agricultural Sciences and the Agricultural Experiment Station hosted its annual CAS/AES Awards ceremony, honoring faculty, staff and students for their outstanding accomplishments over the past year. Nutrien Faculty Scholars As part...