Please join us for the virtual Ag Workforce Development Program (AWDP) Information Session held over Zoom where we will discuss the program and answer any questions.
AWDP Information Session
Hay, ho, let’s go! It’s time to get a copy of the 2024 Colorado Hay Directory, which helps livestock owners looking for alfalfa, grass, mix, or other hay products.
Governor Polis and the Department of Agriculture announced a new tax credit for Colorado’s small food retailers and small family farms to help increase access to healthy groceries in communities across the state.
This year’s Collection expands to 14 wines due to the overall high quality of entries. All winning wines will be available for sampling at Colorado Uncorked.
The Colorado Wine Industry Development Board (CWIDB), part of the Colorado Department of Agriculture, proudly announces the 14 wines selected to represent the Colorado wine industry as the 2024 Governor’s Cup Wine Collection. This year’s competition included 302 wine submissions from 52 Colorado wineries.
The Colorado Wine Industry continues to receive national recognition with the Grand Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) named as one of the
The Colorado Department of Agriculture has hired Michele Meyer as the new Markets Division Senior Program Manager. Meyer took on the position after Amanda Laban was promoted to the position of Division Director in December 2023.
What gets older but fresher every year? Why the Colorado Farm Fresh Directory, of course!
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Farm Fresh Directory has been a staple in helping Colorado consumers find farmers’ markets, roadside stands, u-picks, and so much more in each corner of our beautiful state. As Coloradans look forward to returning to typical summer activities, the 2024 Farm Fresh Directory is a must have for the freshest info on farm stands and local markets. This year, the directory also includes a listing of 151 Colorado wineries.
When tiny green asparagus tips start peeking through the ground, we say Colorado’s spring produce season has officially begun. Fresh asparagus offers a delicious crispness to complement any meal. When paired with some citrus flavors, you can really elevate the experience for your taste buds. This particular recipe also uses honey, a popular sweetener produced throughout Colorado. Check out your local honey supplier or support Colorado honey through your next grocery store purchase.
Producers who sell hay can now submit their listing to the annual Colorado Hay Directory. For more than 26 years, the Hay Directory has helped Colorado hay producers connect with buyers.
“If you’re selling hay, the Hay Directory has a strong record of helping buyers find locally grown animal feed for their needs, ” said Danielle Trotta, senior marketing specialist for the Colorado Department of Agriculture. “The Hay Directory is a great resource for livestock owners in Colorado and beyond.”
Spring is a time that brings about new changes, so in the spirit of trying something new, we bring you a delicacy that is likely a little different for your plate - savory High Plains millet cakes.