Crops
Growing at scale
Agricultural crop production remains one of the largest and most important industries in Colorado and the United States.
As a whole, agriculture in the Centennial State generates approximately $47 billion in economic activity each year, according to the Colorado Legislative Staff.
CSU Extension provides reliable, science-based information, services, programs, and actionable solutions to help Colorado’s agricultural producers grow crops more efficiently and sustainably.
Featured Resources
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Capric Acid: A Promising Next-Generation Herbicide for Organic Specialty Crop Production
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Cleaning and Disinfecting Potato Storages
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Optimizing Corn Plant Population for Maximum Benefits: Things to Consider
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Industrial Hemp: Reemergence of an Alternative Crop in the U.S.
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Dryland Cropping Systems
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Irrigation & Water Management
Determining Irrigation Run Times with Drip Tape on Specialty Crops
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Legume Seed Inoculants
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Grain Protein Content and Nitrogen Needs
CSU Soil, Water, and Plant Testing Laboratory
The Soil-Water-Plant Laboratory at CSU analyzes soil, water, plant, manure, and other samples from farmers, homeowners, consultants, government agencies, and CSU personnel. The lab also provides suggestions for improving soil health and crop growth.