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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.

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Values are our shared behavioral commitments to each other and to those we serve.

CDA's Core Values are: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, Respect

Press Releases

September 26, 2023

State Veterinarian Releases Final Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Premises Quarantine in Colorado

Today, Colorado State Veterinarian Dr. Maggie Baldwin released the last premises quarantine in Colorado enacted as a result of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak.
September 25, 2023

Up to $2.5 Million Available in First Round of Small Food Business Recovery and Resilience Grants

September 12, 2023

Colorado Potato Salad: Colorado Proud Recipe of the Month for September 

Colorado is good at growing potatoes, whether it’s in the San Luis Valley, Eastern Plains, or even on the Front Range! Perhaps the most well known potatoes come from the San Luis Valley, which is home to many potato farming families who grow more than 70 varieties of potatoes. With plenty of sunshine and higher elevations, the valley’s mild growing conditions are ideal for potatoes.
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September 22, 2023

Resilient agriculture starts with resilient people

Once a decade, give or take a few years, Colorado has the opportunity to host the annual Western Association of State Departments of Agriculture (WASDA) conference.
September 12, 2023

Teaching conservation through experience: Camp Rocky 2023

From all corners of the state, high schoolers converged in Divide, Colorado to learn about natural resource conservation in a week-long immersive Camp Rocky experience. Throughout the week, 31 campers delved into the world of resource stewardship, learning about the importance of protecting and preserving our environment.
September 11, 2023

CDA at a Glance: SEPT 2023

Take your one stop September issue of CDA At A Glance with you into the harvest season to see what is happening around the state in ag! Download a live copy here! 
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Ag Workforce

 

38,900

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195,000

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$47 Billion

To Colorado's Economy

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