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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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February 2, 2023

$2.5 Million Available for Organizations to Implement Soil Health Program

February 1, 2023

Back in Pueblo: Home and Garden Show at the Colorado State Fair

Pueblo’s Original Home & Garden Show is returning to the Colorado State Fairgrounds in 2023 after a two-year hiatus. On March 11 and 12, more than 100 vendors will showcase their products and services that focus on remodeling, rebuilding, and renovation ideas and products for homes, yards, and other living spaces.

February 1, 2023

Stay Warm with Colorado Goulash - Colorado Proud Recipe of the Month

Winter is in full swing and though welcome, the brisk temperatures and frequent snowstorms are making us feel a little chilled. Not to worry, CDA’s Colorado Proud has you covered to keep you warm with this classic.

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January 23, 2023

New testing procedure for Trich samples in Colorado labs simplifies submission process and improves test sensitivity

As Tritrichomonas foetus (Trich) testing is soon to pick up again, the Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Lab and the Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic labs in Fort Collins, Grand Junction and Rocky Ford have begun using a new testing method: reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR), that offers an extended submission timeframe and more cost effective sampling m

January 5, 2023

Bureau of Animal Protection holds trainings for law enforcement agencies across Colorado

The Bureau of Animal Protection (BAP) is hosting multiple trainings throughout the state of Colorado to help law enforcement officers recognize and respond to cases of potential equine and livestock neglect and mistreatment.

January 4, 2023