Colorado Department of Agriculture

Department of Agriculture

Corn growing in Larimer County
Department overview
Jurisdiction Colorado
Website www.colorado.gov/ag

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is the principal department of the Colorado state government[1] that manages agriculture in the state. Former U.S. Congressman John Salazar was appointed as Commissioner of the Department in 2011.

Mission

According to their mission statement,

The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture industry; ensure a safe, high quality, and sustainable food supply; and protect consumers, the environment, and natural resources.

References

  1. C.R.S. § 24-1-110

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