Looking Ahead: What low snow means for summer

Looking Ahead: What low snow means for summer

In the Yampa Valley, we often view agriculture and wildfire as opposing forces; one represents the quiet, disciplined production of life, while the other is often perceived as chaotic destruction. However, for those of us with boots on the ground, the relationship is far more nuanced. As our summers grow longer and the landscape drier, agriculture isn’t just a bystander to wildfire; it is one of our most effective tools for managing it.  When pe…