Agriculture is the backbone of Colorado’s economy, contributing $47 billion annually and employing more than 195,000 people across nearly 39,000 farms and ranches. Yet those who produce our food face unique stressors that take a toll on both physical and behavioral health. Farmers, ranchers, and their families experience higher rates of injury and suicide than […]
Fast, Easy and Nutritious Soups for Fall
Fall is a perfect time to start thinking about soups. As the weather gets colder, soups are the ideal meal—they are healthy, made with affordable ingredients, and perfect for leftovers. Store-bought soups are quick to heat up, but they often have high salt content. In fact, soup is one of the top 10 most common […]
Apples in Colorado
Fall in Colorado brings crisp mornings, golden aspens, and baskets of freshly picked apples. While Washington may be the top apple-growing state, Colorado has its own proud history of apple orchards, especially on the Western Slope around Paonia, Hotchkiss, and Cedaredge. The high-altitude climate—warm days, cool nights, and low humidity—creates apples with an intense sweetness […]
