Fall Family Fun on the Farm
Plump orange gourds shine in fields across Colorado and are ripe for the picking.  Fall brings a variety of family-friendly activities on farms and ranches. To help people experience agriculture in the state, the Colorado Department of Agriculture lists a variety of fall activities online at www.coloradoagritourism.com.

Showcase Colorado Agriculture Through Pictures
From vast wheat fields on the eastern plains and cattle grazing on lush mountain pastures to plump fruit in Western Slope orchards and chile peppers basking in the Pueblo sun, Colorado’s agricultural landscape is endless. It’s time to capture the “spirit” of Colorado agriculture through photographs. The 19th annual “Colorado…it’s AgriCultural” photography contest is seeking entries as a way to celebrate the state’s agricultural heritage. www.coloradoagriculture.com/aginsights 

Colorado State University Weather Watch

The Colorado Climate Center at Colorado State University tracks current weather conditions and historic climate variations affecting agriculture in Colorado.

• Weekly Drought Summary
• Colorado Climate Center
• Precipitation from country to county
• Detailed agricultural weather data

Precipitation in Colorado varies greatly from place to place and year.  Official weather stations are too far apart. You can help monitor Colorado's fascinating climate by measuring the rain and snow from your home, business, farm or ranch. Visit http://www.cocorahs.org  and click on "Join CoCoRaHS."