Press Release

Operational planning is underway for the second capture and release season in support of the Colorado Gray Wolf Restoration and Management Plan.

Prepare your taste buds for a unique flavor-packed trip to Seoul! These Korean pork chops are not just a dish, but an experience waiting to be savored. Sweet, savory, a little spicy, and addictive—this dish will have you bidding farewell to bland dinners and welcoming a burst of flavor that excites your palate. These chops marinate in a blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and just the right touch of heat to transform your kitchen into a K-BBQ hotspot. So, grab your chopsticks (or fork—no judgment here) and get ready for a culinary adventure.

The Colorado Noxious Weed Advisory Committee, a critical link between the citizens of Colorado and the Colorado Department of Agriculture, is seeking nominations to fill four vacant positions representing an agricultural producer, a Resource, Industry or Environmental Specialist, and two at-large positions.

A new contender has been crowned the champion at the annual Colorado Uncorked event. Colorado Uncorked is the premiere event of the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board (CWIDB), which is part of the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Of the 14 wines selected to comprise the 2024 Governor’s Cup Collection, OBC Wine Project received the Best in Show award for its 2023 Colorado Red. 

Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Noxious Weed Program is accepting applications from local governing bodies and nonprofits for weed management grants that will help diminish or eradicate populations of state-listed noxious weeds in critical areas around Colorado. 

The Colorado State Conservation Board (CSCB), which provides guidance to the Department of Agriculture, has been awarded more than $375,000 to fund nine Working Lands Climate Corps (WLCC) positions across the state. Five Colorado Conservation Districts will participate in the program, providing opportunities for nine student technicians to experience on-the-job-training and learn more about conservation career opportunities.

Let's transform gourds into something gorgeous! Enjoy this simple yet comforting butternut squash recipe to warm you on a chilly evening. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this straightforward recipe will leave a lasting impression.

Starting January 1, 2025, all eggs sold in Colorado must be from a cage-free facility. All egg producers in Colorado housing more than 3,000 egg-laying hens will need to comply with the requirements of a cage-free facility as defined in the amended Cage-Free Egg rule.

On Tuesday, October 22, the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) laboratories received multiple lots of McDonald’s brand fresh and frozen beef patties collected from various Colorado McDonald’s locations associated with the ongoing E. Coli investigation. 

The CDA Microbiology Laboratory analyzed dozens of subsamples from all the lots and all samples were found to be negative for E. coli. CDA has completed all beef testing and does not anticipate receiving further samples. 

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is supporting Colorado onion producers while an investigation into an ongoing E. coli outbreak continues.