Routt County Hosts Drought Impact Workshop for Livestock Producers

Free evening event focuses on responding to 2026 drought conditions

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:59am

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A vast, sweeping landscape painting in muted earth tones, with a small farmhouse structure barely visible in the distance, dwarfed by the overwhelming scale of the arid, drought-stricken environment.As drought tightens its grip on the American West, local agricultural communities seek guidance on adapting to the new normal.Steamboat Springs Today

The Routt County CSU Extension and Community Agriculture Alliance are hosting a free evening workshop titled 'Responding to Drought Impacts in 2026: Workshop for Livestock Producers' from 5:30-8:15 p.m. on Monday, April 13 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Why it matters

As the western United States continues to grapple with long-term drought, this workshop aims to provide critical information and resources to local livestock producers on how to best respond to the impacts of the 2026 drought season.

The details

The workshop will cover a range of topics related to managing livestock operations during periods of limited water and forage availability, including herd management strategies, alternative feed sources, and government assistance programs.

  • The workshop will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026 from 5:30-8:15 p.m.

The players

Routt County CSU Extension

The local office of Colorado State University's cooperative extension service, which provides agricultural education and resources to the community.

Community Agriculture Alliance

A non-profit organization that supports the agricultural community in Routt County through advocacy, education, and programming.

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What’s next

Livestock producers in the Steamboat Springs area are encouraged to register for the free workshop in advance, as space is limited.

The takeaway

As drought conditions persist in the region, this workshop underscores the importance of proactive planning and resource-sharing to help local agricultural producers weather the challenges ahead.