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Press Releases

October 25, 2024

Colorado-Grown Onions Not Linked to E. Coli Outbreak

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is supporting Colorado onion producers while an investigation into an ongoing E.
October 21, 2024

Through Conflict Reduction Trainings, Colorado Prepares Producers for Next Calving Season with Wolves

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) has partnered with Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), USDA-APHIS Wildlife Services, and Colorado State University Extension to bring trainings to Colorado livestock producers related to coexistence with wolv
October 11, 2024

Produce Safety Program Hosting Agricultural Water Field Day in Rocky Ford

Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Produce Safety Program is hosting a field day in southeastern Colorado to educate farmers about the requirements of the Food and Drug Administration’s Food Safety Modernization Act rule about using pre-harvest agricultural water. 
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Most Requested Information

  • Hand Weeding Variance Program
  • Pesticide Applicator Certification and Licensing Program
  • Pesticide Use in Cannabis Production Information
  • Animal Import Requirements
  • Open Range and Fencing
  • Request-A-Bug
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Funding Opportunities

  • Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant
  • Ag Workforce Development Program 
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  • Colorado Agricultural Future Loan Program
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  • STAR soil health program

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October 3, 2024

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Throughout October, we are joining the Food and Agriculture-Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Food and Ag-ISAC) to celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month. 
September 30, 2024

Serve on the Underground Damage Prevention Safety Commission

CDA is looking for a farmer or rancher representative to serve on the Underground Damage Prevention (UDP) Safety Commission. 
July 11, 2024

Legacy Film Tour: Stories of healing and hope

A deep love for agriculture can be rewarding, joyful, and at times, painful. Colorado's agricultural community knows how to pull together to help each other navigate through stressful times. Join CDA and regional partners for food, camaraderie, and a meaningful discussion about mental health in our communities. 
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  • 2024 Ag Workforce Development Information Session
    Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 1:30 - 2:30pm
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  • Wild Horse Working Group Meeting
    Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 3 - 5pm
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  • Equine Welfare Assistance Grants Info Session
    Monday, October 14, 2024, 10 - 11am
  • WEBINAR: Colorado Proud -Value Added Marketing
    Monday, October 14, 2024, 12 - 1:30pm
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  • Rulemaking - Produce Safety Act
    Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 3 - 4pm
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  • Colorado Ag Commission Meeting - October 2024
    Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 12:30am - 3pm
  • Rulemaking - Colorado Seed Potato Act
    Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 9 - 10am
  • Produce Safety Registration and Exemptions Webinar
    Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 11am - 12pm
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  • Ag Water Field Day - Rocky Ford
    Thursday, October 17, 2024, 10am - 3pm
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  • Non-lethal Wolf Conflict Reduction Training - Craig
    Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 10am - 2pm
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  • Non-lethal Wolf Conflict Reduction Training - Steamboat Springs
    Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 10am - 2pm
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  • Pesticide Advisory Committee meeting
    Monday, October 28, 2024, 9am - 12pm
  • Legacy Film Screening - Lamar
    Monday, October 28, 2024, 5 - 8pm
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  • Wild Horse Working Group Meeting - Craig
    Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 8am - 12pm
  • Climate Smart Commodities Market October Meeting
    Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 10 - 11am
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    Friday, November 1, 2024, 10am - 2pm
  • Colorado Uncorked 2024
    Friday, November 1, 2024, 7 - 9:30pm
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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

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