Colorado Corn

Research Action Team (RAT)

The Research Action Team was established to oversee and provide input on various Colorado Corn research projects. We are currently engaged in studies relating to Colorado Water Conservation Board “Alternatives to Buy and Dry”, Root Architecture Studies at the Irrigation Research Foundation Farm, Ammonia Volatilization & Deposition, Corn Production Best Management Practices Resource Manual, and Farm Safety Research Studies in collaboration with High Plains Intermountain Center for Agricultural Health & Safety (HICAHS).

1. Dave Eckhardt , Chairman
2. Charlie Bartlett
3. Steve Firme
4. Greg Larson
5. Mark Oestman
6. Chris Wagner
7. Doug Wilson
8. Doug Melcher, Liaison
9. Mark Sponsler, Staff
10. Ann Cross, Staff

Project List

• Irrigation Research Foundation Root Study
• CWCB "Alternatives to Buy & Dry”
• Ammonia Volatilization & Deposition
• Farm Safety