Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture Kate Greenberg issued the following statement after the passing of John Stulp, who served as the Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture from 2006 to 2010 and water advisor to Governor John Hickenlooper from 2010 to 2018. “I am deeply saddened by the passing of John
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As part of Colorado’s 150th anniversary celebration in 2026, and the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) seeks to engage the art community in creating a large mural that showcases Colorado’s agricultural history: past
By Bethany Howell , Director of Strategic Outreach & Engagement This year has been a whirlwind of ups and downs, with many surprises that occasionally required some pivots. As the poet Robert Burns wrote, “The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” CDA’s annual Insectary biocontrol trip was
Get ready to immerse yourself in 11 days of non-stop excitement as the Colorado State Fair returns from August 22 to September 1, 2025! This year, fairgoers will discover an incredible array of entertainment and activities that can be enjoyed for free with the price of general admission. "We believe
As we roll into July, we’re serving up something cool, creamy, and a little unexpected: Strawberry Hemp Ice Cream. This dairy-free delight blends luscious strawberries with nutrient-rich hemp milk and hemp hearts—easy to find at your local grocery or health food store. But this isn’t just a tasty
The Colorado Department of Agriculture has selected new organizations to receive grants for projects that advance equine welfare in Colorado. This year, nine applicants received a total of $200,000 to fund their projects. Overall, the Equine Welfare Assistance program received 32 applications
It’s not summer in Colorado without the bounty of our local farmers’ markets and fresh produce stands. And as every year, Coloradans and visitors to our state can depend on the Colorado Farm Fresh Directory to help them find the freshest produce, fruit and protein straight from the farm or ranch.
By Dan Frazen, CDA's Agriculture Emergency Coordinator Originally published by farmaid.org Agriculture emergency managers across the country pay special attention to the needs of farmers, ranchers and rural communities. They are trained to understand how these populations are often underserved and
From poets to quilters, bakers to whittlers, and photographers to potters, Colorado artists and artisans are invited to compete for "Best in Show" at the 2025 Colorado State Fair. The State Fair has a competition category for everything from the whimsical (the Pet Rock or Funniest Pet Photo
If you plan on buying or selling hay this growing season, add your listing to the 2025 Colorado Hay Directory. The annual publication helps connect hay producers with buyers across the state. “The Hay Directory connects hay producers with a broad network of buyers, simplifying the process of