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Our vision is that Colorado agriculture be strong and vibrant, a key driver of the state’s economy, and recognized worldwide for its safe and abundant supply of high-quality food and agriculture products.

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The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to strengthen and advance Colorado agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment and natural resources.

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January 25, 2022

CDA Announces Department’s New Deputy Commissioner of Operations

Colorado Agriculture Commissioner Kate Greenberg has selected Hollis Glenn to serve as the Deputy Commissioner of Operations for the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Glenn is currently the Director of the Division of Inspection and Consumer Services (ICS). He will begin in the new position on February 1, 2022.

January 14, 2022

Commissioner Greenberg’s Statement on the Passing of Miguel Baca Barragan

Colorado Agriculture Commissioner Kate Greenberg issued the following statement about the passing of Miguel Baca Barragan, a Colorado State Fair Commissioner and long time champion for Colorado’s agricultural sector.

January 12, 2022

New Members Bring Diverse Perspectives to the Colorado Agricultural Commission

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is pleased to welcome four new appointees to the Colorado Agricultural Commission, to fill vacancies left behind by members whose terms have expired.

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January 11, 2022

CDA, FSA, CSU Extension Host Digital Town Hall for Agriculture Affected by Marshall Fire

The Marshall Fire damaged or destroyed over a thousand homes and businesses in Boulder County, when it burned over 6,000 acres of land. In addition to tightly packed urban residences, this geographic region also includes small ranches, backyard horses and livestock, as well as open space and grazing with commercial livestock.

January 5, 2022

CDA at a Glance: January 2022

A new year means new programs and new opportunities to engage with CDA. We are especially proud of our partnerships and want you to be part of them, too!

January 3, 2022

How to Help Victims of the Boulder County Fires

Emergency crews are still assessing the damage and losses from the Marshall and Middlefork Fires, but we know that yesterday's devastating fires left hundreds of families without homes.

Ag Stimulus Updates

ACRE3 program is now accepting applications on a rolling basis. Application link is listed on the Agricultural Efficiency page.

Farm-to-Market Infrastructure Grant Program is now accepting applications. Application information can be found here. The next application deadline is February 28, 2022. Applications received by that date will be reviewed as part of Award Period #2. For each award period, $1 million will be available for grants, with up to $2 million to be awarded by June 30, 2022.

More information about Colorado's Agricultural Stimulus can be found on the Ag Stimulus page.