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Southeastern Colorado is seeing multiple fires moving in from out of state. Remain vigilant, stay aware of local conditions, and follow guidance from emergency officials. High winds change the direction of fires rapidly. Preparation and safety are key: app.watchduty.org/
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CSU Extension retweeted
Mar 18
While we're asking you to leave your sprinkler systems off until mid-to-late May, it's still important to hand water trees and plants during dry stretches. We recently asked the experts at @csuextension for plant and tree watering tips! bit.ly/3N8tu0s
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Mar 18
It's the best time of the year! 🍅🌽🫘🥔🌶️🔥 Veggie Madness is back for year three, and the fight for the title has never been more heated.
Find the full Veggie Madness bracket lineup at engagement.source.colostate.… and mark your calendars to start voting next Monday, March 23.
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Feb 17
RT @CSUAmyParsons: On Tuesday, I met with CSU’s Collegiate 4-H Club as they reconstitute the chapter, building leadership and supporting Co…
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RT @CSUAmyParsons: It’s that time of year again — the National Western Stock Show!
I sat down with Wes Allison, president and CEO of @Nati…
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CSU Extension retweeted
22 Dec 2025
Several opportunities are now open for Coloradans to get involved in Ag Committees with CDA. See what category of expert skills are sought and what the deadlines are to submit your nomination in time at ag.colorado.gov/press-releas… #NoxiousWeeds #Pesticides #WildHorse #AgWater #Hemp
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28 Oct 2025
Everything you need to know about fall and winter watering your plants and trees! ⬇️
extension.colostate.edu/reso…
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CSU Extension retweeted
7 Oct 2025
Gardeners, it’s time to prep for the cold! Join @CSUExtension for a class on fall and winter landscape care and learn how to put your gardens to bed properly.
🗓️ Wednesday, Oct. 16, 4 – 5 p.m.
📍 Aurora Central Library (In-Person)
Register: auroraco.libnet.info/events?…
ALT Woman using pruning shears to cut back dahlia plant foliage before digging up the tubers for winter storage
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CSU Extension retweeted
16 Sep 2025
Congratulations to Colorado State University Office of Engagement and Extension on the recent launch of this new website! @csuextension
Not only does this reimagined digital presence offer more engagement capabilities, timely opportunities, and enhanced performance for site visitors, but it has also provided the CSU Extension team with the back-end system and tools to confidently add to the online representation of their 40 programs, services, and specific educational tracks that promote professional growth and personal development.
Please visit the new website to see all that CSU Extension has to offer their neighbors and communities at:
➡️ extension.colostate.edu
#WordPress #WebDevelopment #WebsiteDesign @WordPressVIP
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CSU Extension retweeted
Ag Day is one month away (Sept. 6)! Help us continue to honor @ColoradoStateU's Aggie roots, celebrate our community’s agriculture producers, and elevate scholarships at our annual Nutrien Ag Day BBQ Saturday, September 6th from 1 to 4 p.m. before the orange-out football game.
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1 Aug 2025
Do you love plants, nature, and being of service to your community? 🪴💚 Become a Colorado Master Gardener volunteer!
Learn more and apply online at coloradomastergardener.org/. The 2025 applications are open August 1 - September 2.
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CSU Extension retweeted
27 Jun 2025
The Colorado Water Center is looking for its next Associate Director! Learn more about the role and apply by July 14th here: col.st/GOSi3
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CSU Extension retweeted
7 May 2025
According to #ColoradoState's Linda Langelo and other garden experts, peppers, zinnias and basil are just a few fast-growing annuals that can fill your garden this summer. 🌸🫑
More options for your garden: col.st/ILIEx
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CSU Extension retweeted
🌸 With spring upon us, it's time to start planting perennials! After three summers & two winters in Fort Collins, these 9 perennials proved they can survive and thrive in Colorado’s tough climate. col.st/nooII
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28 Apr 2025
Mark your calendar: May 1 is CSU Day of Giving! ⏰ Don't want to wait? Get a head start by donating today!🍀
Donate to 4-H: give.colostate.edu/campaigns…
Donate to Lincoln Leaders: give.colostate.edu/campaigns…
#CSUDayofGiving #RamsRise
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CSU Extension retweeted
24 Apr 2025
Recent egg shortages and the high price of eggs have some people considering backyard chickens.
@csuextension specialists Alison O’Connor and Bailey Schilling answer questions and share tips you should know before investing in your own backyard chickens🐔 col.st/puxPM
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CSU Extension retweeted
21 Mar 2025
Who will squash the bracket in Colorado State’s second annual Veggie Madness tournament?
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CSU Extension retweeted
14 Feb 2025
🌾 Tom Vilsack, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and former governor of Iowa is establishing a new course to help small to mid-size farms survive & thrive. 30 students will engage with @csuextension during the course. col.st/yRfZu
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CSU Extension retweeted
5 Feb 2025
Looking to gain hands-on experience, work with communities around the state and earn money? Apply for a @csuextension summer internship! Open to all undergraduate and graduate students!
intern.colostate.edu/
#BusinessForABetterWorld
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CSU Extension retweeted
31 Jan 2025
.@csuextension’s Don Thorn grew up around agriculture in eastern Colorado and continues to connect with rural communities across the state in his current position with CSU.
Learn more about Don and the connection between agriculture and higher-ed: col.st/V9yMP
ALT Don Thorn, CSU's manager of external relations for rural Colorado, smiles while talking to two people at the Colorado State Fair. Don is wearing a green collared shirt with the CSU logo on it, a brown belt and blue jeans, while the two people he's interacting with are wearing a striped shirt and a teal shirt; their faces are turned from the camera.
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