Compiled by Candace Krebs Colorado Cattlemen mid-winter meeting being held virtually Due to Colorado’s enhanced gathering restrictions, Colorado Cattlemen's Association will implement an alternative virtual event for its 2021 Mid-Winter Conference from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19. The revised event will provide agency and specialist updates, steering committee discussions, a business session and a state-of-the- industry/association briefing. The virtual meeting is complimentary to all attendees. For more information or to register, reach out to the CCA office at (303) 431-6422. Application for USDA specialty grants open now The Colorado Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. USDA partners with state departments of agriculture through the annual grant program to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in areas including promotion, education, research, trade and nutrition.