Up to $2,500 will be reimbursed to producers implementing projects in one or more of the areas: Improve wildlife habitat, Target invasive pests, Improve pasture/crop production, or Improve grazing.

• Project must occur between Jan 1st, 2023 and Nov 20th, 2023
• Approximately 8 projects will be funded ($20,000 available)
• Producers must match the total dollars (cash or in-kind costs) for reimbursement. 

Example Project: Fencing to Enhance Rotational Grazing

5,000 ft @1.00 per foot + $5,000.00

Maximum % Cost Share + 50% or $2,500 whichever is less

Landowner Pays $5,000, CFCD Reimburses $2,500 upon completed project and application

• Pre-approved projects will take priority; producers may apply for multiple projects if funding allows

For more information send us an email at coloradofirstcd@yahoo.com

Up to 100 acres of pasture seed mix will be distributed to landowners implementing seeding projects

• Must allow hunting
• Required to work with CFCD Representative for monitoring and follow-up
• Allow new seeding to rest (no grazing) for one year in order to allow seeding to establish
• Follows best management conservation practices
• Program ends upon complete seed distribution

Contact us at coloradofirstcd@yahoo.com

CFCD will enroll 5-7 landowners in STAR Plus Program to leverage dollars provided by the producer to increase the capacity of soil health practices on the farm/ranch

• Interest in soil health and conservation, good record keeping and participation in peer to peer training 
• Incentive payments of $150/acre, matched with equal contribution from participant (up to $10,000)
• 3-year commitment (must own or lease enrolled acreage)
• Required to work with district representative on field intake form, soil testing, and yearly follow-up
• Commitment to 5 soil health principals: Soil armor, Minimize soil disturbance, Plant diversity, Continual live plant/root, Livestock integration

This year CFCD is looking for a few more producers to add to the group. If you are interested in joining STAR Plus fill out the application HERE or contact us at coloradofirstcd@yahoo.com