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Press Releases
Gardening season is arriving much earlier than usual this year, and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) wants to alert residents about a new aggressive, invasive species found in Colorado.
The Colorado Range Rider program, a partnership between Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA), is preparing to host a comprehensive training course designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills and understanding of range riding and effectively reducing wolf interactions.
Spring in Colorado is in full swing, where the hustle of calving, branding, and early planting begins to fill the calendars of our hardworking agricultural communities. As the days grow longer and the "to-do" lists even longer, finding a meal that is both deeply satisfying and incredibly efficient is essential.
- April CDA At A Glance
Most Requested Information
- Agriculture Emergency Programs
- Ag Behavioral Health Work Group
- Pesticide Applicator Certification and Licensing Program
- Pesticide Use in Cannabis Production Information
- Animal Import Requirements
- Open Range and Fencing
- Request-A-Bug
- Rules and Regulations
CDA Programs
- PACFA
- Bureau of Animal Protection
- Energy (ACRE3)
- Soil Health
- Transition to Organic Program
- Hemp
- Measurement Standards
- Meat - Custom Processing
Funding Opportunities
Blog Posts
As we celebrate Colorado’s 150th year of statehood, we are looking back at the voices that have shaped our agricultural landscape. This month, we share the story of Regional Assistant Commissioner Jo Stanko, a woman whose life story is a masterclass in the intersection of education, advocacy, and ranching.
April, from the Latin meaning “to open,” is quite an appropriate name for this spring month. For most of us, April evokes images of flowers blooming, and in the farming and ranching world it brings to mind new calves, lambs or foals and preparations for planting of new crops. This time of year is also an opening to seek out new, fresh and delicious foods!
With March Madness comes the beauty of Spring!
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36,056
Farms & Ranches
195,000
Employed
30 Million
Agricultural Acres
#1
Ag Commodity - Cattle & Calves
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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.
Values
Values are our shared behavioral commitments to each other and to those we serve.
CDA's Core Values are: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, Respect