Farms and businesses

Find support for CT farms and agricultural businesses

Connecticut’s farmers work hard to produce food and agricultural products for our state. It’s our job to make their lives a little easier.

The Department of Agriculture (DoAg) supports farmers like you, with programs and resources designed to help farms and farm businesses flourish. Learn more about what DoAg does for farmers, including:

  • Help starting a farm business in CT
  • Farmers markets
  • License and permit information
  • Grants and funding opportunities
  • Tax exemptions
  • Disaster relief
  • And so much more!
Get help developing your business  

Featured resources

Licenses and permits
Apply for licenses and permits from DoAg. Find all the required forms and paperwork to apply for eligible licenses and permits.

Grants
Interested in funding opportunities? Discover all available DoAg grants for farmers, municipalities, schools, and nonprofits.

Tax Exemptions
Farmers and agricultural producers may be eligible for certain tax exemptions for buildings, machinery, livestock, tools, produce, and more.

News and updates
Get the latest information from DoAg. Read press releases, publications, Weekly Agricultural Reports, and more.

Get the information you need

Aquaculture

Discover more information about the marine and inland cultivation of aquatic plants and animals in Connecticut.
Browse aquaculture services and regulations  

Business development & assistance

Looking for help establishing, growing, and developing your agricultural business? Explore potential funding opportunities and marketing assistance.
Explore business assistance and development services  

Livestock and poultry

Find information about raising livestock and poultry in Connecticut, including veterinary health information, handling, safety, and more.
Learn more about livestock and poultry in Connecticut  

Regulatory services

Learn how DoAg manages the regulation and inspection of agricultural products and commodities.
Find out about regulatory services in CT  

CT Grown

Proudly grown in Connecticut by farmers like you

The Connecticut Grown Program was developed by the CT Department of Agriculture in 1986. Our now-familiar green and blue logo proudly identifies agriculture and aquaculture products from all over the state.

Are you a producer or retailer of agricultural products grown or raised in CT? You may be able to use the Connecticut Grown logo on your products and be listed on the CT Grown Map page!
Learn more about the CT Grown program  

Grow your farm business

Learn how to develop CT farm businesses...from the ground up

Feeling overwhelmed about how to start your business? Looking for assistance with an established farm? Or do you just want to know what help is available? Wherever you are in your journey, DoAg will connect you with the tools you need to achieve your goals.

We teamed up with UConn, the Connecticut Farm Bureau, the New Connecticut Farmer Alliance, CT NOFA, and the USDA. Together, we compiled all the resources available to CT farmers and businesses.

Explore the list at the link below and get the help you need — whether you’re just starting out or ready to get your goods in front of customers.
  • Starting a farm business 
    Find tips and tools for those looking to start a farm business. Access small business assistance, legal help, training programs, and more.
  • Finding farmland 
    Get information on how to find farmland in Connecticut. Learn how to find farmland for sale or lease and municipal land parcels.
  • Growing your product 
    Learn more about producing agricultural products, including current production and pest management techniques.
  • Selling your product 
    Discover how to bring your products to market. Find local farmers markets, wholesale opportunities, direct sales software, and more.

Mental health resources for CT farmers, farm workers, and farm families

Agriculture is hard work. Need help to manage the stress?

Life in Connecticut’s agricultural industry can be uncertain, unpredictable, unforgiving, and stressful. That’s why we’ve compiled a collection of mental health resources especially for the people involved in this essential, important work.