Legislature recognizes farms, ranches

RBC I Colorado farmers and ranchers who have maintained ownership and operation of their land for more than a century were recognized by the Colorado State Legislature today for their strength, endurance and perseverance despite the economic challenges modern farming and ranching presents.
Sen. Gail Schwartz, Senate Agriculture Committee chair, and Rep. Jerry Sonnenberg, House Agriculture Committee chair, sponsored Senate Joint Resolution 12-011, which was read on the floor in both the House and the…