The Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition, an annual highlight of the Colorado State Fair, surpassed previous sales records during its 11-day run in 2025. A total of 67 pieces of art were sold, generating $14,737 in sales. This achievement overtook the previous record set in 2023, which saw $9,378 from the sale of 57 art pieces.
After a comprehensive rulemaking process that included extensive stakeholder engagement, the State Board of Stock Inspection Commissioners (part of the Department of Agriculture) will be implementing an increase in brand inspection fees effective October 1, 2025. The five-year brand assessment fee will also increase, beginning in January 2027.
It’s time for a taste of Colorado tradition and local treasure: the iconic Pueblo chile. This isn’t just any chile, it’s a symbol of southern Colorado’s agricultural pride, known for its smoky heat and rich flavor. Grown in sun-drenched fields of the Pueblo region, these chiles are the essence of a Colorado fall.
This month, we’re putting Pueblo chiles front and center in one of our state’s most beloved comfort foods: the Pueblo Chile Slopper.
The State of Colorado, led by the Global Business Development division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA), hosted a joint two-day mission to Mexico City, which wrapped up today. This strategic engagement celebrates the strong relationship between Colorado and Mexico in business and agriculture, elevating women business owners, cattlewomen, entrepreneurs, and fund managers while highlighting Colorado's position as a leading state for women founders.
Bale out your hay-hunting woes with the 2025 Colorado Hay Directory, which helps livestock owners looking for alfalfa, grass, mix, or other hay products.
The Colorado State Fair is partnering with the Autism Society of Colorado and Pueblo Pediatric Therapy Center to ensure the fairgrounds provide a visiting time that is suitable for patrons with sensory sensitivities.
On Labor Day, Monday, September 1, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Colorado State Fair is hosting Sensory Day, a time when people of all ages and abilities who may have special sensory needs can enjoy the fair in a calmer, quieter, and supportive environment.
The 2025 Colorado’s Electric Cooperatives Junior Livestock Sale held yesterday at the Colorado State Fair raised more than $508,000 in the auction of 102 animals raised and shown by young people from across Colorado. The 2025 Grand Champion Market Beef, raised by Jake King of Washington County, was purchased for $45,000 by the Sam Brown Family. The Kings are a family of champions: this was the second year in a row that Jake showed the winning steer and his sister Joslyn showed the Grand Champion Market Beef in 2021.
Stoke Pizza from Pueblo won the coveted Governor’s Plate award at the 5th annual Governor’s Plate competition at the Colorado State Fair. This year, Chef Brother Luck served as the judge in the Governor’s absence, and chose the winner for the Governor’s Plate. Additionally, MC2 Ice Cream Truck from Arvada won the People’s Choice Award.
The 153rd Colorado State Fair kicks off tomorrow, and the fairgrounds are bustling as organizers prepare to host approximately half a million fairgoers during the course of the next 11 days.
Five food trucks from across Colorado have been selected to compete during the 2025 Governor’s Plate competition at the Colorado State Fair at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the State Fairgrounds in Pueblo.