For the latest foodsystems information, read our newsletter June 2025: HERE
Food systems are defined as the connections between natural resources, the agricultural and food industry, and the buyers, consumers and communities to which they contribute. Research, extension and education identifies and informs opportunities to bridge how the production, supply chains, and eaters respond to changing markets, policy, and environment. At CSU, we focus on these three key areas to train, influence, and communicate opportunities to connect food related roles in achieving healthy communities, economies, and individuals.
The Food System Research Team focuses on understanding processes of community development in rural regions, with an emphasis on identifying strategies to support entrepreneurship, improve agribusiness performance and enhance community based food systems.
Colorado State University Extension and Outreach Food System programs engage Colorado communities through county-based agents, regional specialists, and Extension faculty. We support community-based organizations, connect stakeholders to state and federal resources, and assist in developing local and regional supply chains.
Educational opportunities include graduate programs for farmers and ranchers, grant writing workshops, cottage food safety training, and food and ag business training courses.
Programs and Initiatives
Key assets, emerging issues, and shared priorities for future investments in food and agriculture around the state
[/dss_bucket]Create networks that promote collaboration and lay the groundwork for a public-private partnership between CSU and Colorado’s brewing industry
[/dss_bucket]Over 300 producers have completed the program, almost 200 developed business plans and 23 subsequently worked under the guidance of an experienced producer-mentor to implement their plans and advance their business goals.
[/dss_bucket]Rural Community Impacts of Farm to School: Food Supply Chains, Educational Programming, and Household Food Purchases
[/dss_bucket]An Integrated Look at Agritourism in the Western US
[/dss_bucket]Colorado State University Food Systems Job Listings
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[/et_pb_aio_extended] Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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