Grand County Extension offers a variety of research based programs in agriculture and beyond.
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Grand County Extension has programming to help support and strengthen the agriculture industry and heritage in Grand County. The areas of focus are local foods, meadow hay production, weed control and small acreage management. For more information contact the Grand County Extension Office.
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health, wealth and general well being of the community of Grand County are the focus of Grand County Extension. We develop partnerships with local organization and groups that help promote healthy and productive lifestyles for Grand County families.
For More Information see the Extension Family and Consumer Science pages.
Gardening and Horticulture Programs
Master Garden Program – Grand County Extension Office offers the Colorado Master Gardener Program. This program is developed by Colorado State University through distance education every other year (even year dates).
Contact the Grand County Extension Office for more information (970)724-3436.
Spring Gardening Classes – The Grand County Extension Office, Master Gardener Volunteers and Grand Community Gardens will offer classes each spring to address community gardening needs.
Grand Community Gardens
Grand Community Gardens is a program that partners with the Grand County Extension Office to promote gardening in Grand County. The group operates community garden sites in Kremmling, Hot Sulphur Springs, and Granby.
For more information on the Grand Community Gardens and bed rental you can visit their website at grandcommunitygardens.org .
Nutrition and Food Safety
People of all ages are concerned about current nutrition and health information. Extension resources are aimed at helping you become better informed about healthy food, food safety and nutrition.
For Additional Resources see Colorado State University Food Safety
