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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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September 20, 2021

State Vet Confirms Western Slope Equine West Nile Virus Case

The total number of horses in Colorado with confirmed West Nile Virus (WNV) cases has risen to 21, with a first case of equine WNV confirmed in Mesa County. Additional horses in Weld, Larimer, Morgan, and Douglas counties have also tested positive for WNV. Of the confirmed positive cases, five horses have died or have been euthanized.

September 16, 2021

Energy Efficiency Studies Show How Greenhouses, Dairy Farms Can Increase Use of Renewable Energy Sources

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) partnered with the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to study ways of improving energy efficiency in agricultural settings.

September 8, 2021

Colorado Proud's September Recipe of the Month - Pueblo Chile Cornbread

September brings us to the cusp of fall, so the Colorado Proud Recipe of the month is bringing a warm and savory classic.

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September 17, 2021

Profitable and Efficient Farming Starts with Renewable Energy Sources, Sustainably Produced Biofuels

Energy is essential to agriculture, from the fuel needed to operate machinery to the electricity necessary to heat or cool livestoc

September 15, 2021

CDA Listening Sessions on Colorado Agricultural Future Loan Program

The Colorado Department of Agriculture will hold listening sessions to gather public and stakeholder input on the rules governing the Loan Program. The Colorado Agricultural Future Loan Program comes as the result of SB 21-248, which appropriated up to $30 million for low interest loans and farm-to-market infrastructure loans and grants.

August 27, 2021

CDA Seeking Information from Agricultural Lenders on Administering Ag Loan Program

The Colorado Departments of Agriculture and Personnel & Administration are seeking information from current agricultural and other lenders who can provide insight and expertise into structuring a comprehensive scope of work and cost response for an agricultural loan program.

Ag Stimulus Updates

Drought Program is now accepting applications for competitive grants. Learn more here. The deadline is Sept. 30, 2021.

Ag Events Stimulus now accepting applications. Application link and a list of additional materials needed are on the Ag Stimulus page. Deadline is Sept. 10, 2021.

Soil Health grant program is now accepting applications. Application link and eligibility requirements are listed on the STAR Soil Health program page. Deadline is Sept. 15, 2021.

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

More information can be found on the Ag Stimulus page.