(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is reminding pet and livestock owners to continue taking steps to protect animals from harsh conditions as extreme cold and winter storms persist.

(HARTFORD, CT) – The CT Ag Information Council (CAIC) is seeking nominations for the 2025 Connecticut Outstanding Young Farmer (OYF). Awarded annually during Ag Day at the Capitol, the Connecticut Outstanding Young Farmer Award recognizes the winner’s progress in their agricultural career, their soil and water conservation practices, and their contributions to the well-being of the community, the state, and the nation. Nomination applications must be submitted electronically by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026. Apply online here.

(HARTFORD, CT) - Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is excited to celebrate 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. In May 2025, the United Nations voted to declare 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). This spotlights the essential roles women play across food systems – from production to trade – and the challenges they face.

Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) has announced a public comment period on the funding priorities for Connecticut’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program in 2026. The public is asked to submit a response through the online form by January 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST. The input received will be considered when developing final program priorities for 2026.

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) and the Connecticut Farm Bureau Association (CFBA) are sharing additional clarifying information regarding the 2025 Public Act 490 (PA 490) recommended land use values.

Following a period of intense review and advocacy, the Office of Policy and Management (OPM) released updated recommended land use values on January 5, 2026. These revised figures override the values initially released in October 2025, which both organizations identified as failing to accurately reflect the economic reality of Connecticut’s agricultural industry or the original intent of the law.

In October 2025, the Office of Policy and Management (OPM), in consultation with the Department of Agriculture (DoAg), released recommended land use values for farmland, forest, and open space under Connecticut’s PA 490 program.

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is delighted to announce that Santa Claus and his reindeer have officially been cleared to fly over the Nutmeg State on December 24. 

(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announces the 2026 edition of Connecticut Grown magazine is now available in print and online. This annual publication, a collaboration between CT DoAg and Farm Flavor Media, profiles Connecticut’s hardworking farmers and connects consumers to our vital agriculture industry. Find information on agriculture, agribusiness, and agritourism attractions around the state, along with delicious recipes and helpful tips.

As cold weather and holiday celebrations approach, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) reminds animal owners to take proactive steps to protect pets and livestock from seasonal hazards. 

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announced today it is accepting applications for the 2026 Agricultural Enhancement (AgE) Grant Program, which supports projects directly impacting or fostering agricultural viability through eligible Connecticut municipalities, groups of municipalities, regional councils of governments, and/or agricultural non-profit organizations. Applications are due February 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST with a maximum grant award of $49,999. Complete grant guidance, forms, and electronic submission information can be found on the Agricultural Enhancement Grant website.