Colorado Agriculture 2025-26
In partnership with the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
Colorado boasts more than just majestic mountains and outdoor adventures – it’s also an abundant agricultural powerhouse. With 35,900 farms and ranches spread across 30 million acres, Colorado’s farmers and ranchers work tirelessly to produce commodities for both the state and the nation.
The average size of a Colorado farm or ranch is 837 acres. More than 30 million acres, or 45%, of Colorado are dedicated to farmland. Cattle and calves top the list of the state’s agricultural commodities, with dairy products, corn, hay and wheat following closely behind. The Centennial State ranks nationally in the top 10 for several crops, including hogs, potatoes, proso millet, floriculture and chicken eggs. The Colorado ag industry greatly supports the local and global economy, contributing approximately $2 billion annually in international exports.
Read the Cultivating Colorado 2025-26 Magazine
Colorado Ag Education
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Colorado Water Conservation Board Promotes Agricultural Focus in 10-year Plan
August 21, 2025
Colorado FFA Opportunities Prepare the Next Generation With Leadership and Life Skills
August 14, 2025
Colorado Crops & Livestock
Longstanding Colorado Farmers Credit Willingness to Change for Their Sustainability
May 16, 2023
Colorado Grain Chain Seeks to Increase Market Demand and Awareness for Locally Grown Grains
May 13, 2023
How Mad Agriculture and Origin Milk Are Changing Dairy, One Guernsey Cow at a Time
June 8, 2021
Colorado Environment
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Colorado Water Conservation Board Promotes Agricultural Focus in 10-year Plan
August 21, 2025
Farmers and Ranchers Work to Preserve Soil Health for the Future of Colorado Ag
August 8, 2025
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Farmers, Ranchers and Several Organizations Work to Ensure Water Quality in Colorado
August 13, 2024
Colorado Farm to Table
Ela Family Farms Sustainably Maintains a Century Farming Tradition in Colorado
August 10, 2025
Colorado Organizations Address Food Accessibility Issues Created by Food Deserts
May 13, 2023
Colorado Proud Allows Farmers, Chefs, Processors and Retailers to Keep It Local
April 4, 2022
