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11/21/2025 CT Grown 4 CT Kids Grant Awards Announced
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (DoAg) is proud to announce an $837,900 investment through the CT Grown for CT Kids Grant program, which will support 21 innovative projects across the state. These initiatives are expected to positively impact more than 58,500 children by increasing access to fresh, locally grown foods and enhancing farm-to-school connections.
11/18/2025 Celebrate Thanksgiving with CT Grown Farm Products
(HARTFORD, CT) – Make your holiday table shine this Thanksgiving with the abundance of Connecticut farms to your table with CT Grown. From pasture-raised turkeys to crisp apples, hearty vegetables, and handcrafted beverages, CT Grown farm products offer everything you need for a delicious and locally sourced celebration.
11/17/2025 CT DoAg Accepting Applications Starting November 17 for Low-Income Spay/Neuter Program
(Hartford, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) will begin accepting applications for the Animal Population Control Program’s (APCP) Low-Income Program on Monday, November 17, 2025. The online portal, <a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://apcp.ct.gov/" data-linkindex="0" title="https://apcp.ct.gov/" style="color: #467886; background-color: #ffffff; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px;">apcp.ct.gov</a>, will open at 9:00 a.m., allowing eligible Connecticut residents to apply for assistance with spaying or neutering a dog or cat they own. All applications must be submitted online.
11/14/2025 CT DoAg Reminds Licensees and Permittees to Renew by December 31
(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg)’s Licensing Unit reminds holders of the following licenses and permits that they are up for renewal and expire on December 31, 2025.
10/31/2025 Government Shutdown Update and Food Assistance Resources
As the impacts of the ongoing federal shutdown ripple across the country, the Lamont-Bysiewicz Administration has been working closely with state agencies to monitor impacts, especially the well-being of the state’s residents.
10/30/2025 CT DoAg Announces Grant Opportunity to Support Diversification and Growth of Connecticut’s Agricultural Businesses
(Hartford, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) announced today the release of Farm Transition Grant program guidance for fiscal year 2026. Connecticut farmers and agricultural cooperatives are eligible to apply with a focus on projects seeking to diversify existing operations or transitioning to value-added agricultural production and sales. All applications are due no later than 4:00 p.m. EST on Monday, January 12, 2026.
10/30/2025 Connecticut Poultry Owners Urged to Strengthen Biosecurity Measures During Fall Wild Bird Migration
(HARTFORD, CT) – As the annual fall migration of wild birds is underway, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is urging all poultry owners—both backyard and commercial—to remain vigilant and implement strong biosecurity practices to protect their flocks and public health.
10/16/2025 CT DoAg Announces 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Recipients
(HARTFORD, CT) – Today, Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt announced the Connecticut recipients of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. These projects aim to enhance the competitiveness of Connecticut’s specialty crops such as fruits and vegetables, horticulture, and nursery crops through marketing, education, and research.
10/6/2025 Connecticut Officials Celebrate CT Grown for CT Kids Week with Two Major Announcements
(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (DoAg) and the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) today announced two major programs to strengthen the foundation of Farm to School efforts across Connecticut and expand student access to fresh, nutritious, locally sourced food.
9/19/2025 Staying Safe During Harvest Season: Health and Safety Tips for Farm Workers and the Public
(HARTFORD, CT) – As Connecticut’s farms enter the peak of harvest season, Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) urges farm workers and the public to take proactive steps to prevent injuries and health risks associated with farming activities.
9/12/2025 CT DoAg Awards Nearly $1.5 Million to Projects that Build Resilience Across Middle of Food Supply Chain
(HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) today announced that it has awarded $1,476,000 for 17 projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI), funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). These projects seek to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain and strengthen local and regional food systems.
9/5/2025 Discover CT Grown in Connecticut Building at The Big E
HARTFORD, Conn. – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), in coordination with the Connecticut Office of Tourism, is proud to announce a bountiful lineup of 34 agricultural exhibitors featured in the Connecticut Building at The Big E, running from September 12 through 28, 2025, in West Springfield, MA. This year, visitors can explore the rich diversity of Connecticut’s agricultural offerings through an exciting mix of products, education, and hands-on experiences over 17 days. A full listing of when each business will be featured can be found here.
8/22/2025 CT DoAg Announces Release of FY 2026 CT Grown for CT Kids Grant Guidance
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is pleased to announce the release of the FY 2026 Connecticut Grown for Connecticut Kids Grant (CTG4CTK) guidance and application periods. With a total of $950,000 in funding available, this grant continues to support farm-to-school efforts that connect Connecticut children with local food while strengthening local agriculture and nutrition education. Full grant awards will be funded at up to $50,000, while Microgrants will receive up to $5,000 each.
8/15/2025 Submit Your Listing for the Updated CT Grown Map by September 1
CT Grown, administered by Connecticut Department of Agriculture, is updating CT Grown Map to help consumers easily find local farms, farm stands, pick-your own, agritourism experiences, and farmers’ markets. A new platform is being utilized, and the refresh aims to ensure all information is current and accurate.
8/4/2025 GOVERNOR LAMONT ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO SHOP CONNECTICUT GROWN
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont is encouraging Connecticut residents to support local farmers during National Farmers’ Market Week – which runs from August 3 to 9, 2025 – by visiting some of the more than 100 certified farmers’ markets statewide and purchasing locally grown products designated with the Connecticut Grown logo.

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