Water for Life
The lifeblood of the West
Palmer is a cutting-edge Colorado conservation leader and develops innovative solutions that balance the competing needs of water—the lifeblood of the West. We pursue projects and create tools and frameworks that support win-win partnerships and options for water supplies to support community needs such as local food production, habitat protection, environmental restoration, and recreational opportunities.
Protected Since 2009
Bessemer Farmland Conservation Initiative
A historic western water initiative that seeks to conserve a critical mass of productive irrigated farmland in eastern Pueblo County using an innovative, market-based framework.
Location
Pueblo County
powered by
Farmers, elected officials, community members, nonprofits, funders, and consultants
the Story
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Partnership Since 2019
CB Ranch Stewardship Covenant
In 2019, Palmer Land Conservancy entered into a unique and promising agreement with Security Water and Sanitation District to ensure a thoughtful approach to the dry-up of the 200-acre CB Ranch in Coaldale, Colorado. This community-led agreement will ensure positive outcomes for revegetation of the property and continuing water security for the area.
Location
Fremont County
Acres stewarded
200
Collaboration with
Security Water and Sanitation District, community members, and stakeholders
Find a local farm & ranch
From seed to harvest, local farmers and ranchers throughout southern Colorado work tirelessly to provide nourishing and delicious food. Let's support them — use Palmer's Local Food Guide to discover some of the best farms, ranches and farmers markets in our region.
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Find Palmer's Local Food Guide
June 30, 2022
Find Southern Colorado's Local Food Guide
Grab your copy of Palmer's user-friendly, comprehensive guide to local food producers throughout southern Colorado.
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Seasonal Bites | Carrots
May 19, 2023
We’re celebrating carrots with two simple recipes that yield different, but equally delicious results.
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How the Future of Pueblo County Farming May Call for Dry-up of Less Productive Farmlands
November 29, 2021
How the Future of Pueblo County Farming May Call for Dry-up of Less Productive Farmlands
Article from The Pueblo Chieftain by Tracy Harmon
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