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Press Releases
As the snow melts and gardens bloom, May in Colorado ushers in the lush, green glory of spinach season. These cool spring days are prime time for harvesting fresh, tender spinach loaded with flavor and nutrients. Colorado spinach is a seasonal gem that offers more than just a pop of color.
The Colorado State Fair adds even more excitement to its lineup by announcing a Fiesta Day performance by the iconic Los Huracanes del Norte.
Small food retailers in Colorado - both urban and rural - face common challenges in stocking their stores with fresh foods.
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
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Blog Posts
Located in Longmont Colorado, Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR) has supported at-risk horses in Colorado since 1986. Last year CHR accepted 110 surrendered horses while adopting out 65 horses to new families. The organization helps horses in its care find new homes by offering training, veterinary and farrier care, nutritional support, and plenty of tender loving care.
Spring is here and that means the Farmers’ Markets will get started very soon! This season is always busy, but welcomed as our weather is getting warmer, the days are longer and we know summer is on its way.
Limon Stop & Shop is the only grocery store in Limon, Colorado with the exception of Dollar General. The closest neighboring store, which is much smaller, is 15 miles away, and it's a 50 - 80 mile drive to a big box store like Kroger or Walmart.
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36,056
Farms & Ranches
195,000
Employed
30 Million
Agricultural Acres
#1
Ag Commodity - Cattle & Calves
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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