A guide to Colorado’s farms, forests, food and resources, Cultivating Colorado is published in partnership with the Colorado Department of Agriculture and features stories about the state’s top crops, livestock, agribusiness, food and local products.
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Cultivating Colorado 2024-25
August 20, 2024
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Colorado Food Advocates Discover Meaningful Careers in Agriculture
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Discover Nontraditional Agriculture Careers in Colorado
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Innovative Colorado Programs Help Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
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Tech and Tools Experts Supercharge Agricultural Operations in Colorado
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Cultivating Colorado 2023
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May
Focusing on Soil Health Helps Colorado Farmers Adapt to Climate Changes
May 18, 2023
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May Ranch Leads the Way in Environmental Stewardship
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17
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Colorado Ranchers and Farmers Teach the Importance of Ag to the Next Generation
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The Colorado State Fair Weaves History and Ag Into Fun
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May
Colorado Agritourism Destinations Offer Unique Adventures
May 16, 2023
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May
Longstanding Colorado Farmers Credit Willingness to Change for Their Sustainability
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May
Colorado Food Guides Connect Consumers and Producers
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13
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Colorado Organizations Address Food Accessibility Issues Created by Food Deserts
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Colorado Grain Chain Seeks to Increase Market Demand and Awareness for Locally Grown Grains
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Colorado Proud Allows Farmers, Chefs, Processors and Retailers to Keep It Local
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03
Apr
Move the Needle Grant Supports Agricultural Processors and Manufacturers
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03
Apr
Colorado Exports Take Local Products Across the Nation and the Globe
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02
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Colorado Winemakers Channel Creative Energy to Produce Award-Winning Wines
April 2, 2022
30
Mar
Drought-Impacted Farmers and Ranchers Work to Keep Resources From Running Dry
March 30, 2022
29
Mar
Centennial Ranches Find New Niches to Withstand the Test of Time
March 29, 2022
28
Mar
Colorado Urban Farms Focus on Education, Food Security and Production
March 28, 2022
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Colorado Leads the Charge With Alternative Uses for Hemp
March 25, 2022
24
Mar
Colorado Farmers Promote Agriculture Education Experiences
March 24, 2022
22
Mar
Cultivating the Future of Agriculture in Colorado
March 22, 2022
20
Mar
Colorado Farmers Lead on Climate-Smart Agriculture
March 20, 2022
26
Jan
How to Start a Modern-Day Victory Garden to Help Feed the Hungry
January 26, 2022
07
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January 7, 2022
29
Aug
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How Mad Agriculture and Origin Milk Are Changing Dairy, One Guernsey Cow at a Time
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10
May
What’s Growing? Colorado Produce Calendar
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16
Feb
What Do Farmers Do in the Winter? A Lot More Than You Might Think
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Dec
How Colorado’s Southern Ute Community Is Working to Ensure Access to Healthy Foods
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Dec
Colorado State Fair and Fairgrounds Continue Serving the Community
December 19, 2020
16
Dec
Digital Marketing and Technology Help Producers Connect With the Public
December 16, 2020
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Dec
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Helps Increase Competitiveness for Fresh Produce
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Meet the Colorado Department of Agriculture Ag Commission
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Labors of Love: Colorado’s Agriculture Industry Boasts Diverse Talent
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Pandemic Partnerships: Coloradans Serve Their Communities With Fresh, Local Food
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Dec
Hirakata Farms: Life on a Multigenerational Melon Farm
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Animals Who Work: Learn More About Agriculture’s Lovable Helpers
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Mental Health Matters: Hotline Serves Residents in Crisis Across Colorado
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Colorado’s Young Hemp Industry Matures
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Apr
Big Green Connects Kids to Fresh Food and Farming
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Jan
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January 1, 2020
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Colorado Farmers Explore High-Value Markets
November 19, 2019
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Behind the Scenes of Colorado’s Soil Health Efforts
November 18, 2019
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Female Farmers Finding Common Ground
November 18, 2019
18
Nov
20 Years of Pride in Colorado Ag
November 18, 2019
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Nov
Farmers Go Above and Beyond for Animal Welfare
November 18, 2019
17
Nov
Meet 4 Diverse Colorado Farmers
November 17, 2019
16
Nov
Colorado’s Conservation Efforts Protect Water Supply for the Next Generation
November 16, 2019
15
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Cultivating Colorado 2020
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13
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Colorado Dairy Farmers Embrace Ag Tech
November 13, 2019
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Colorado Programs Teach the State’s Youth About Agriculture
November 12, 2019
11
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How Colorado Farmers Protect the Environment for Future Generations
November 11, 2019
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Occupation Opportunity: Colorado College Students Seek Diverse Ag Careers
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Colorado Ag Commissioners Put Their Experience to Work
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James Ranch: An Agricultural Oasis in Colorado
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Colorado State Fair Offers Something For Everyone
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Colorado Gift Guide: 9 Products From Local Makers
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Cultivating Colorado 2019
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The 3 Distinct Agricultural Regions of Colorado
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Colorado Farmers Advance with New Ag Technology
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Senator Rhonda Fields is Passionate About Colorado Agriculture
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New University Programs Boost Beverage and Food Industries in Colorado
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4Rivers Equipment Partners with Agriculture Community
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How Colorado’s Horse Industry is Thriving
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