Food security is a complex issue: limited resource households, distance to food markets and other barriers to securing adequate, safe and nutritious foods all combine to create a food landscape that may not be conducive to good health in our communities. Recent data from the Northern Colorado region suggest there is increasing need for food assistance from government, community and school programs. Data on food assistance, food stamps outlays, and...

The period from September 9-16, 2013 saw unprecedented rainfall in many parts of Colorado, and 17 counties were significantly impacted by heavy rain and flooding. Based on on-site surveys of these areas, there were a number of acres inundated with flood waters. The water remained at a high level for 2-4 days in some areas. The flooded areas, estimated at 23,000 acres. The estimated value of the lost production is somewhere between $3.4 and $5.5 million....