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. 

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.

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Location

Pueblo County

powered by

Farmers, elected officials, community members, nonprofits, funders, and consultants

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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.

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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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