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The Bureau of Animal Protection (BAP), part of the Colorado Department of Agriculture, is proud to announce that Teller County Regional Animal Shelter (TCRAS) has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural BAP Exemplary Service Award.
The Colorado Department of Agriculture’s State Veterinarian’s Office is announcing a confirmation of a horse in Adams County positive for both Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) and Equine Piroplasmosis. The initial positive was identified on December 8 during routine testing for movement, underscoring the necessity of Coggins testing for transport requirements.
New year, new you! Level up your culinary experience and skills with this succulent rack of pork. If you’re looking to impress a crowd, this recipe is well worth the time and effort. This recipe brings out the perfect mix of salty and sweet, thanks to a brine that keeps the meat incredibly juicy and tender.

- January CDA At A Glance
Most Requested Information
- Agriculture Emergency Programs
- Ag Behavioral Health Work Group
- Pesticide Applicator Certification and Licensing Program
- Pesticide Use in Cannabis Production Information
- Animal Import Requirements
- Open Range and Fencing
- Request-A-Bug
- Rules and Regulations
CDA Programs
- PACFA
- Bureau of Animal Protection
- Energy (ACRE3)
- Soil Health
- Transition to Organic Program
- Hemp
- Measurement Standards
- Meat - Custom Processing
Funding Opportunities
Blog Posts
by Shelli QuattlebaumAs a Northern Colorado beekeeper myself, I have seen and heard of BC Honey Hives quite a bit. BC was a nickname given to Robert Bishop-Cotner while he was a young man serving his country. His sergeant got tired of calling him by his full name, so he trimmed it down to “BC.”
January in Colorado is cold and dark, and we all try to find ways to stay warm and keep our businesses growing. This is the time of year to start fresh, by reviewing 2025 (both successes and challenges), and getting excited for the year ahead. Finding events near you to jumpstart 2026 is a way to help cultivate new ideas and support for your business ventures.
The holiday season can be a mixed bag for many of us. When you mix the excitement of celebrating, family time, and seasonal sales activity, with long days, even longer nights, and general stress over inventory and customer satisfaction, it can take a toll on anyone.
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36,056
Farms & Ranches
195,000
Employed
30 Million
Agricultural Acres
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Vision
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.
Mission
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.
Values
Values are our shared behavioral commitments to each other and to those we serve.
CDA's Core Values are: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, Respect