Fall Edition of the Colorado Wheat Farmer and 2021-2022 Annual Report
Check out the latest edition of The Colorado Wheat Farmer, as well as the 2021-2022 Annual Report. Click here to download the full publication.
2023 County Meetings and Elections
Colorado wheat farmers are invited to attend and participate in the annual county business meetings and elections jointly sponsored by the Colorado Wheat Administrative Committee (CWAC), the Colorado Association of Wheat Growers (CAWG) and the Colorado Wheat Research Foundation (CWRF). The business meetings and elections will be held January 5-6, 2023, at four different locations. […]
Public Notice: CWAC/CAWG Joint Board Meeting
AGENDA Colorado Association of Wheat Growers (CAWG) Colorado Wheat Administrative Committee (CWAC) Board of Directors Meeting – December 7, 2022 CoBank Center for Agricultural Education, Fort Collins, Colorado General Business Session – Start at 9:00 am Call to Order – CAWG, CWAC Introductions of Guests Roll Call & Brief Crop Reports – CAWG, CWAC Confidentiality […]
NAWG Launches Campaign to Avoid Potential Rail Shutdown
With three railroad unions rejecting a tentative labor deal, the threat of a railroad worker strike still looms. The railroads are a vital component of the wheat transportation system and the economy as a whole. A complete shutdown, even for just a few hours, could have a devastating impact on the U.S. economy. Click here and […]
PlainsGold® Growers Place in 2022 National Wheat Yield Contest
The National Wheat Foundation recently released results of the 2022 National Wheat Yield Contest (NWYC). PlainsGold® is happy to announce 3 growers received first place in their state contest with PlainsGold® varieties. The NWYC offers growers the opportunity to compete with farmers from across the United States and improve their production practices through new and […]
The National Wheat Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Scholarship Honoring Ag Students
Washington, D.C. – The National Wheat Foundation is now accepting applications for the Jerry Minore Scholarship, honoring students pursuing a career in agriculture. The scholarship is available to college students for the 2023 academic year, with an application deadline of December 31, 2022. Interested students can apply under the Education and Scholarships tab on the […]
What Is The Latest Supply And Demand Situation For U.S. Wheat Classes?
By USW Market Analyst Michael Anderson The 2022 U.S. wheat harvest is complete and this week, USDA estimated farmers have seeded 79% of the 2023 winter wheat crop. As winter approaches and the planted crop goes dormant, a supply and demand update across all U.S. wheat classes is warranted. The annual U.S. Wheat Crop Quality […]
Wheat Growers Welcome Introduction Of CREAATE Act Supporting Increased Export Promotion Funding
ARLINGTON, Virginia — U.S. wheat growers have a long history of recognizing the value of export market development by supporting the successful public-private partnership with USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). That is why U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) and the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) welcome the introduction of the Cultivating Revitalization by Expanding American Agricultural Trade and Exports (CREAATE) Act of 2022 in […]
NAWG Responds to Final Report and Recommendations by Senator Murray and Governor Inslee
Washington, D.C. — Today, the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) released the following statement in response to the final Lower Snake River Dams (LSRD) Benefit Replacement Report and recommendations recently announced by Senator Murray (D-WA) and Governor Inslee (D-WA). “The dams play a vital role in providing a safe, efficient and affordable way for […]
FSA Webinar on Livestock Forage Program
It has recently been brought to our attention there might be a lack of understanding among growers who have both wheat and cattle on their eligibility for the Livestock Forage Program (LFP) in Colorado. By working with staff from Senator Michael Bennet’s office, we have clarified through FSA that wheat is eligible for LFP in […]