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Eastern Colorado
Coverage of Eastern Colorado in the Nexus archive.
- Balanced Stewardship of the Land to Save the Prairie
The article discusses the need to preserve vast prairie ecosystems, which are often threatened by conversion to commodity farming. To address this, The Nature Conservancy partnered with a rancher to operate Way Back Fox Ranch in eastern Colorado. This location showcases diverse wildlife and complex geology, incorporating cattle into its conservation plan.
- Eastern Colorado farmers brace for worst wheat harvest since 1965
Eastern Colorado farmers are preparing for the worst wheat harvest since 1965 due to significantly reduced precipitation this year. The region has received only about half of its typical rainfall, leading farmers to make difficult decisions.