About AgNext
AgNext is a research collaborative at Colorado State University dedicated to advancing the science of sustainable animal agriculture. Founded in 2020, AgNext works across disciplines and departments, leveraging expertise from across the university. Through strong partnerships with producers, industry leaders, and policymakers, AgNext identifies and scales science-based innovations that support animal and ecosystem health, economic viability, and resilient food systems.
Mission
Identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities.
Vision
Animal agriculture is a sustainable component of our global food system by providing economic, social and environmental benefits to Colorado, the Nation and the world.
Our Focus Areas:
Stewardship and Resilience
Advance human, animal, and ecosystem health to preserve critical resources, improve food security, and foster strong communities.
Data-Driven Solutions
Leverage advanced systems and evidence-based innovations to measure, verify, and validate outcomes to ensure transparency and improve decision-making.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
Amplify reach and impact through storytelling, strategic communication, scholarly publications, and stakeholder collaboration.
Research Capabilities
In 2022, we completed the renovation of our Climate-Smart Research Facility. Over one million dollars of donated equipment from our Industry Partners allowed us to complete this project. Today, this is the largest research facility dedicated to climate-smart research in the country.
This facility is equipped with cutting edge technology to study enteric methane emissions With this highly specialized equipment, AgNext can research both feedlot and grazing systems.
The combination of our state-of-the-art facility and our team of experts allows us to work diligently toward identifying innovative solutions that foster the health of animals and ecosystems.
Industry Partnership
Strong external partnerships are a key component to the success and innovation of AgNext, including leadership from our Industry Innovation Working Group.
This group provides input on strategic initiatives and programs, acts as a soundboard for new ideas and opportunities, promotes the AgNext in the livestock community, helps recruit talent and elevates AgNext on a global scale.
With the support of our partner Industry Innovation Working Group, AgNext works to address the urgent needs of producers and food systems through the lens of animal agriculture to ensure a safe and nutritious food supply.
