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NAWG Elects New Officers with Brent Cheyne as President
March 9, 2023
Today, Brent Cheyne was elected President of the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG). Brent farms with his son Rodney near Klamath Falls, Oregon, where they raise wheat, barley, oats, alfalfa and Angus cattle. In 2011, Brent began his time … Continue reading
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Colorado Winter Wheat Varieties – 2023 Crop
February 28, 2023
From USDA-NASS Colorado wheat producers seeded an estimated 2.2 million acres to winter wheat in the fall of 2022 for harvest in 2023, up 250,000 acres from the 2022 crop. For the fourth consecutive year, Langin was the most popular … Continue reading
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Cultivating Credibility and Goodwill Survey
February 15, 2023
Texas A&M University is seeking participation in a survey regarding wheat producers’ trust in information sources about soil conservation practices. Survey responses will help researchers understand where wheat producers seek information that helps them make decisions for their farms. The … Continue reading
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2023 Farm Bill Decision Webinar Recording Now Available
February 9, 2023
The March 15th deadline for farmers to make their ARC/PLC decisions for the 2023 crop year is fast approaching. In an effort to provide growers with the most up to date information needed to make this important decision, CSU Extension … Continue reading
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NAWG Responds to the State of the Union
February 7, 2023
Washington, D.C. – Tonight, President Joseph Biden delivered his second State of the Union remarks to Congress. NAWG CEO, Chandler Goule, provide the following statement in response: “While the President addressed many issues of importance to the American people – … Continue reading
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U.S. Wheat Associates Board Elects New Officers for 2023/24 Term
February 6, 2023
ARLINGTON, Virginia — The U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) board of directors elected new officers for the organization’s 2023/24 (July to June) fiscal year at their meeting Feb. 3, 2023, in Washington, D.C. The board elected Jim Pellman of McClusky, N.D., as … Continue reading
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Fall Edition of the Colorado Wheat Farmer and 2021-2022 Annual Report
December 19, 2022
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.
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2023 County Meetings and Elections
December 12, 2022
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). … Continue reading
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Public Notice: CWAC/CAWG Joint Board Meeting
November 29, 2022
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 – … Continue reading
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PlainsGold® Growers Place in 2022 National Wheat Yield Contest
November 1, 2022
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 … Continue reading
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The National Wheat Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Scholarship Honoring Ag Students
November 1, 2022
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 … Continue reading
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NAWG Responds to Final Report and Recommendations by Senator Murray and Governor Inslee
August 26, 2022
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). … Continue reading
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FSA Webinar on Livestock Forage Program
August 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading
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Colorado Top Dryland Winter Wheat Variety Picks
August 18, 2022
Sally Jones-Diamond Colorado State University Crops Testing Program Director & Extension Crop Production Specialist There are many variety options to choose from for fall 2022 wheat planting. The best variety to plant depends on your specific situation, and planting more … Continue reading
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PlainsGold to Market New Semi-Solid Hard White Wheat Variety
August 15, 2022
Fort Collins, Colo. – PlainsGold® will market Windom SF in 2022, a new hard white winter wheat variety that was developed to help wheat growers combat the wheat stem sawfly. Windom SF carries a stem-solidness trait that helps defend against … Continue reading
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Public Notice: CWAC/CAWG Joint Board Meeting
August 2, 2022
AGENDA Colorado Association of Wheat Growers (CAWG) Colorado Wheat Administrative Committee (CWAC) Board of Directors Meeting – August 10, 2022 CoBank Center for Agricultural Education, Fort Collins, Colorado General Business Session Call to Order – CAWG, CWAC Introductions of … Continue reading
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2022 Winter Wheat Variety Trial Results – CSU Crops Testing
August 1, 2022
Results for the 2022 Wheat Variety Trials and Collaborative On-Farm Tests (COFT), as well as the Multi-Year and Multi-Location Summaries will be posted here as they become available. Full COFT Table (Results by location and variety) Condensed COFT Table (Results … Continue reading
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2022 Colorado Wheat Harvest Update
July 22, 2022
July 22, 2022 Another week of high temperatures in Eastern Colorado meant wheat harvest progressed at a rapid pace. As of today, we are calling Colorado’s 2022 wheat harvest 80% complete and estimate it will be near 100% completion on … Continue reading
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Economic Impact Study Reveals Wheat Stem Sawfly Responsible For $33 Million in Annual Damages
July 18, 2022
The Colorado Association of Wheat Growers (CAWG) and Colorado State University recently released an economic impact study finding the wheat stem sawfly (WSS) causes approximately $33 million in damages annually to Colorado’s wheat crop. The purpose of the study is … Continue reading
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Colorado Wheat Outlook – July 8, 2022
July 8, 2022
Harvest continues to progress, however recent rainfall has caused some delays. Temperatures near 100 degrees are in the forecast for the weekend, meaning that will speed things up. Swathing is also occurring in Northeastern Colorado to help mitigate damage from … Continue reading
