(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) today announced a milestone for the Farm Transition Grant program awarding 43 farms across the state a total of $510,557. This marks the highest number of awards in a single fiscal year in the program’s history, following a record 123 applications from farm operations seeking to grow and adapt their operations.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Farms, specialty food businesses, and agricultural organizations are invited to submit vendor applications for exhibit space in the Connecticut Building at The Big E. The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), in coordination with Connecticut Office of Tourism, showcases an extensive line-up of CT Grown businesses helping market their products and promote their services during the annual 17-day event. In 2026, The Big E will take place from September 18 through October 4 at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, MA.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announced today that it will accept applications for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program until 4:00 pm. EST on Monday, March 16, 2026. CT DoAg encourages prospective applicants to attend an informational webinar on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. EST.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), working with federal and local partners, announces the permanent protection of 13 farm parcels totaling 953 acres in 2025. Since the Farmland Preservation Program began in 1978, Connecticut has safeguarded 455 farm parcels and 51,203 acres through the purchase of development rights (PDR) program, ensuring these lands remain dedicated to agriculture.
