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EcoGen Laboratories Laying Off 101 Employees in Western Colorado

by GJEP Admin | Jun 23, 2020 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Tech & Cybersecurity

We are sorry to share that the impact of COVID-19 and new regulations from the Food & Drug Administration are forcing EcoGen Laboratories to permanently lay off 101 employees across western Colorado, including at its six locations in Grand Junction, one in Mack...
Violet Gro Opens HQ in Grand Junction

Violet Gro Opens HQ in Grand Junction

by GJEP Admin | Feb 24, 2020 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Latest News, Rural Jump-Start News

Last week, Violet Gro held a grand opening for its new headquarters in Grand Junction. The company spun off from a Florida-based LED lighting company, Violet Defense Group, which has been working diligently with local farmers and hemp industry in the area for more...
AgTech Companies Get a Jump-Start in Colorado’s Grand Junction Area

AgTech Companies Get a Jump-Start in Colorado’s Grand Junction Area

by GJEP Admin | Oct 10, 2019 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Rural Jump-Start News, Tech & Cybersecurity

Last month, FHE, an advanced manufacturer servicing the energy industry, joined Colorado’s Rural Jump-Start Tax Credit program, a performance-driven tax incentive that allows participants to operate free of many state and local taxes for up to eight years. In exchange...

6 Reasons to Locate Your AgTech Company in Grand Junction, Colorado

by GJEP Admin | Sep 11, 2019 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage

With world-class mountain biking, over 30 wineries, the Colorado National Monument as a backdrop, and a milder climate than the rest of the state, Grand Junction in Colorado’s Grand Valley is a popular tourism destination for those looking to escape the hustle and...
Colorado’s Emerging Wine Industry Starts Here in the Grand Valley

Colorado’s Emerging Wine Industry Starts Here in the Grand Valley

by GJEP Admin | Sep 11, 2019 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage

In a recent article, 5280 Magazine delves into the emerging viticulture scene in Colorado and why it is suddenly on everyone’s mind, from Food & Wine to Vogue. At the forefront of this growth is Palisade and the Grand Valley American Viticulture Area (AVA),...

GJEP Executive Director Defends BLM Move in D.C.

by GJEP Admin | Sep 11, 2019 | Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Energy and Renewables, Outdoor Recreation

Yesterday, Robin Brown participated in a hearing of the Natural Resources Committee to examine the proposed reorganization of the BLM and the relocation of its headquarters to Grand Junction. Numerous people were invited to speak for and against the proposal. Robin...
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