Western Slope Soil Health Conference

04/29/2026

Increase the microorganisms in your soil! Celebrate Stewardship Week by purchasing Shavano Activate Fungal-Rich Liquid Compost Extract! Contact us today for information and pricing: 970-964-3584

The healthier the soil, the more microorganisms it can support, along with greater diversity that helps cycle nutrients and support plant growth. In poor soils, both the number and variety of microorganisms drop, which weakens the soil system and reduces its ability to support healthy plants. 🪱🤎

04/28/2026

🌱 Looking to improve soil health and boost biological activity in your fields or garden? Shavano Conservation District has Compost Extract available for sale!
We use Fungal Link compost extract, a powerful tool to help enhance soil biology, improve nutrient cycling, and support healthier plants and soils.
If you’re curious about how compost extracts work and how they can fit into your operation, this webinar from No-Till Farmer offers great information on application methods, timing, and benefits:
🔗 Integrating Compost Extracts into Your Operation Webinar –
While the webinar discusses different products, the concepts and practical tips are helpful for anyone interested in using compost extracts effectively.
Contact Shavano Conservation District to learn more about purchasing compost extract and how it can support your soil health goals! 🌾

Explore how compost extracts can enhance soil biology, improve crop resilience and support regenerative farming systems. This webinar examines the science, application strategies and on-farm results behind this biological amendment.

04/16/2026

🌱 Compost Extract Available! 🌱

Shavano Activate now has compost extract ready for use in both 250-gallon totes and 5-gallon buckets.

This nutrient-rich solution is perfect for boosting soil health and supporting strong plant growth this season.

📞 Call the Shavano Conservation District at 970-964-3593 for pricing details, to schedule your pickup and for application information.

Get your soil thriving—supplies are available now!

04/13/2026

💥 Shavano Activate in the making! 💥

Zac and Steve hard at work producing Shavano Activate using our Compost Extractor—turning high-quality compost into a powerful, biology-rich liquid that’s ready to go to work for your soil.

Every batch is made right here in Montrose, supporting healthier soil, better water retention, and stronger root systems for your garden or pasture. 🌱

A little goes a long way—just one 5-gallon bucket can treat up to approximately ½ acre!

💲 $50 for a 5-gallon bucket

Stop by and grab yours:
📍 102 Par Place, Montrose, CO

📞 Call 970-892-9557 for more information

04/11/2026

🌱 Missed out on Friday? We’ve got you covered! 🌱

If you didn’t get a chance to pick up your Shavano Activate Compost Extract, 5-gallon buckets will be available next week at the Shavano Conservation District office. Don’t miss your chance to give your garden the boost it needs this spring!

📍 102 Par Place, Montrose, CO

For more information, call 970-892-9557.

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

How cool is this?! Johnson-Su compost class on April 11 for $75 and it includes supplies and instruction for building your own Johnson-Su bioreactor to take home!!

04/09/2026

Here’s what makes Shavano Activate special:
✅ Boosts soil biology – introduces beneficial microbes and fungi that rebuild soil structure.
✅ Improves nutrient uptake – living microbes help plants access more nutrients naturally.
✅ Cuts down fertilizer use – reduces reliance on chemical inputs while maintaining productivity.
✅ Supports carbon sequestration – helps capture and store carbon in the soil, improving sustainability.

All of these work together to increase soil structure, aggregation, infiltration, and water‑holding capacity. These biological changes help soil store more water, lose less to evaporation, and deliver moisture more effectively to plant roots.

Call today to find out pricing and schedule a Friday in April for pick up!
970-964-3593

04/07/2026

Agriculture has long been a driver of Montrose County economy. The 1909 Gunnison Tunnel expanded the agricultural capacity of the Uncompahgre Valley by about 80,000 acres, and by 1925 the area being farmed totaled 61,637 acres, with production valued at just over $3 million. Major crops included alf...