{"id":160,"date":"2026-06-02T15:34:38","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T21:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/?page_id=160"},"modified":"2026-06-22T17:23:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T23:23:01","slug":"topics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/topics\/","title":{"rendered":"Topics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group c-breadcrumbs alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-section-title-font-size\"><span class=\"is-style-highlight-heading\">Topics<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access trusted information and resources from Lincoln County Extension<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Lincoln County Extension delivers on CSU\u2019s land-grant mission by helping to make reliable, science-based resources available to all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Questions? Need help? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3295\" height=\"1853\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"dry landscape with dead tree on the right hand side with mountains in the background\" class=\"wp-image-290 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg 3295w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=300,169 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=768,432 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=1024,576 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=1536,864 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=2048,1152 2048w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=2000,1125 2000w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=1400,787 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=600,337 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/pexels-jayjay13-479671953-29496289.jpg?resize=1568,882 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3295px) 100vw, 3295px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-block-pattern-highlight-bar has-accent-7-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ceead2e9 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-subheading\">Featured Topics<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Agriculture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU Extension helps empower agricultural producers with applied research, resources, and field expertise. Whether you farm on small acreage or work with livestock or large-scale production agriculture, Extension is your source for science-based, actionable solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/agriculture\/\">Learn More at csu extension<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/gunnison\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/Field-of-wheat.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A field of wheat\" class=\"wp-image-177 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/gunnison\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/CSU-4-H.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"4-H youth stand on the CSU Rams football field on campus\" class=\"wp-image-280 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Youth Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU Extension administers the 4-H youth development programs for Lincoln County. These programs are open to all youth age 5-18 years. Find a club or program, explore projects, and see how you can get involved!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/offering\/lincoln-county-4-h\/\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Family &amp; Consumer Science<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\">CSU Extension is dedicated to providing you and your family with answers related to all areas of&nbsp;life. We can help provide resources and up-to-date information on the following topic areas and more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-base-font-size\">Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-base-font-size\">Child &amp; Elder Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-base-font-size\">Nutrition &amp; Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-base-font-size\">and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/family-and-consumer-science\/\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/san-luis-valley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2025\/11\/iStock-1477970026.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A couple hold hands with their daughter and run in the grass.\" class=\"wp-image-199 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1309\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?w=1024\" alt=\"close up of beetle on leaf\" class=\"wp-image-294 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp 1800w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=300,218 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=768,559 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=1024,745 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=1536,1117 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=1400,1018 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=600,436 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/Beetle.webp?resize=1568,1140 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Insects &amp; Pests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Harmful or helpful? Biting or beneficial? CSU Extension has the trusted resources to help you address your insect and pest questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore insect identification guides, research publications, pollinator-friendly garden resources, and sustainable prevention and Integrated Pest Management strategies tailored for home, garden, land or crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/insects-pests\/\">Learn More at csu extension<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Natural Resources <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU Extension provides individuals and communities with expertise, resources, and tools to sustainably manage Colorado\u2019s natural resources, wildlife, and ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore programs and services designed to help landowners, communities and individuals manage Colorado\u2019s water resources, forests, rangelands, wildlife habitats, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/natural-resources\/\">learn more at csu extension<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?w=1024\" alt=\"Sunset Picture of the San Juan Mountains \" class=\"wp-image-296 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp 2000w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=300,120 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=768,307 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=1024,410 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=1536,614 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=1400,560 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=600,240 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/San-Juan-Mountains.webp?resize=1568,627 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?w=1024\" alt=\"Women working in a flower garden \" class=\"wp-image-298 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp 1920w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=1536,1025 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=1400,934 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=600,400 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/lincoln\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2026\/06\/11007_00006.webp?resize=1568,1046 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Garden &amp; Landscape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a beginning gardener or a seasoned green thumb \u2013 a houseplant hobbyist or a professional landscaper \u2013 CSU Extension offers trusted information, solutions, and region-specific tips and tools for your garden, lawn, and landscaping needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover helpful resources, research publications, programs, and services across Garden &amp; Landscape topics. Experts share information from garden planning and landscape design to flower selection, tree care, pollinator-friendly yards, plant identification, lawn care, seasonal gardening, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-70da71f9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/garden-landscape\/\">Learn More at csu extension<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-block-pattern-content-list is-style-brush-stroke-dark has-accent-1-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-93386ff6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7255d826 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-393d2532eedc562debb12262de150493\">Browse more topics at CSU Extension<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/agriculture\/\">Agriculture<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/community-economic-development\/\">Community &amp; Economic Development<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/emergency-planning\/\">Emergency Planning<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/food-nutrition\/\">Food &amp; Nutrition<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/garden-landscape\/\">Garden &amp; Landscape<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/health-well-being\/\">Health &amp; Well-being<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/insects-pests\/\">Insects &amp; Pests<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/natural-resources\/\">Natural Resources<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic\/youth-development\/\">Youth Development<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-block-pattern-highlight-bar has-accent-7-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ceead2e9 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-subheading\">Featured Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/resources\/\">Explore all csu Extension Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-csu-content-selector--grid wp-block-csu-content-selector\" data-grid-columns=\"4\">\n\n\t\n<article class=\"grid-card c-card c-card--link-inherit c-card-post c-card-post--resource post-2063\">\n\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/resource\/canada-thistle\/\">\n\n\t\t<h2 class=\"c-card__label\">\n\t\t\tResearch\t\t<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"c-card__content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"c-card__eyebrow is-style-eyebrow\">\n\t\t\t\t\tGarden &amp; 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