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(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is reminding the state’s horse and livestock owners to take preventative measures to protect against mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). Both diseases pose a risk to animals and humans, with two confirmed West Nile virus detections in Connecticut residents this year. The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station has reported an increase in WNV-infected mosquito detections in recent weeks. No horse or livestock detections have been confirmed in 2026.

The Public Act 490 Working Group will make a public presentation of recommendations to improve data collection, review, and valuation processes on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The public is invited to join virtually and must register in advance by noon on Monday, September 7, 2026. 

(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announces the release of the fiscal year 2027 Connecticut Grown for Connecticut Kids Grant (CTG4CTK) guidance and application opening. Microgrant applications are due by September 9, and full grant applications are due by November 9, 2026.

(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) invites the public to comment on the proposed program structure for the Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency & Preparedness (RRP) Grant in 2027. The public is asked to submit written comments on the RRP Program and the topic prompts by Monday, August 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST. The input received will be considered when developing final program structure for 2027.

ROCKY HILL, CT - For a third straight year, Connecticut’s veteran farmers and agricultural producers came together on the grounds of the Connecticut Department of Veteran Affairs to host the third annual CT Veteran Grown Farmers’ Market on August 6, 2026. The annual event supports the CT Veteran Grown Initiative - funded with Congressionally Directed Spending through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Hundreds of attendees came to support Connecticut’s veteran agricultural community and artisans by purchasing an array of fresh fruit and vegetable produce, baked goods, flowers, eggs, maple syrup, jams, poultry, and other unique offerings - all grown or made by Connecticut’s Veteran Farmers and Makers. 

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont is encouraging Connecticut residents to support local farms during National Farmers’ Market Week – which runs from August 2 to 8, 2026 – by visiting some of the more than 120 farmers’ markets statewide and purchasing locally grown products designated with the Connecticut Grown logo.

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt, and the members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation today announced that the Connecticut Department of Agriculture has received a fully executed agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture establishing a $52.9 million Farm Recovery and Support Block Grant for eligible Connecticut farmers who experienced losses in 2023 and 2024 due to severe weather events that impacted the state during that period.

HARTFORD, CT — The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (DoAg) is sharing information to help consumers better understand how produce safety is managed on farms across the state. While cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Connecticut, at this time there is no indication that Connecticut farms are the source of this outbreak. The recent attention on Cyclospora has led many residents to ask how fruits and vegetables are grown, handled, and inspected. Connecticut farmers welcome these questions and take pride in following established standards designed to protect the food they grow.

HARTFORD, CT — As fair season begins across Connecticut, residents are invited to celebrate a long‑standing tradition that brings together agriculture, education, and community spirit. Connecticut’s fairs, from local 4‑H and grange events to district and major fairs, give visitors of all ages the chance to learn about the state’s agricultural roots and meet the people who keep those traditions strong.

HARTFORD, CT — The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announced new requirements for all domestic animals coming into Connecticut to prevent the spread of New World Screwworm (NWS), following detections in Texas and New Mexico. To date, there have been no cases of New World Screwworm detected in Connecticut.