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  • 8/4/2025 CT DOAG Honored with GreenerGov

    (HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is proud to announce it has received the Energy Efficiency Award at this year’s GreenerGov Awards Ceremony, hosted by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) on July 31, 2025.

  • 8/1/2025 Rosedale Farms and Vineyards Named 2025 Century Farm

    (HARTFORD, CT) – During Plant Science Day hosted by The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, Rosedale Farms and Vineyards in Simsbury, CT, was announced as the 2025 Century Farm Award recipient, selected by the Connecticut Agricultural Information Council (CAIC).

  • 7/18/2025 Mosquito Season Alert

    (HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) reminds the state’s horse and livestock community to take preventative measures to protect against mosquito-borne diseases this season, including West Nile virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE).

  • 7/11/2025 GOVERNOR LAMONT SIGNS LEGISLATION SUPPORTING GROWTH

    (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed into law two major pieces of legislation approved by the Connecticut General Assembly this session that encourage growth within Connecticut’s agricultural sector.

  • 7/2/2025 Stars Stripes and Local Bites

    (HARTFORD, CT) – As Independence Day approaches, Connecticut farmers are harvesting the first sweet corn and peaches of the season and offering up an abundance of CT Grown farm products perfect for your holiday celebrations. Whether you're grilling in the backyard, gathering with friends at a campground or beach, or enjoying a picnic at a state park, now is the perfect time to support Connecticut agriculture and savor the best flavors of summer.

  • 6/27/2025 CT DoAg Reminds Licensees and Permittees to Renew by June 30

    (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 June 30, 2025.

  • 6/27/2025 CT DoAg Announces Opening of Feral Cat Program

    (HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg)’s Animal Population Control Program (APCP) will begin accepting applications for the Feral Cat Program on July 1, 2025.

  • 6/20/2025 Summer Safety Reminders for Pets and Livestock

    (HARTFORD, CT) – As the season heats up and Connecticut experiences increasingly warm and humid weather, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture is reminding pet and livestock owners to take proactive steps to protect their animals’ health and safety.

  • 6/17/2025 GOVERNOR LAMONT HIGHLIGHTS CONNECTICUT OYSTER TRAIL

    (HARTFORD, CT) – In recognition of the one-year anniversary of the debut of Rising Tide to Table – the award-winning documentary celebrating Connecticut oyster farming and foodservice

  • 5/30/2025 CT DOAG CELEBRATES JUNE DAIRY MONTH AND WORLD DAIRY DAY

    (Hartford, CT) – June 1 is not only World Dairy Day, but it also marks the start of National Dairy Month, and there's no better time to raise a glass of milk, scoop a bowl of ice cream, or slice up your favorite cheese!

  • 5/29/2025 Strawberry Season Underway in Connecticut

    (HARTFORD, CT) – Strawberry season has arrived in Connecticut! From pre-picked to pick-your-own, these sweet, sun-ripened berries announce the official start of a berry good season in the state. Connecticut Grown encourages you to visit your local strawberry patch for a day in the fields picking with family and friends or stopping by a farm stand to get a freshly picked basket.

  • 5/23/2025 CT DoAg Celebrates National Beef Month

    (HARTFORD, CT) – Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is celebrating National Beef Month this May by highlighting the state’s investments to increase sustainability, production, and processing capacity to support the state’s beef operations.

  • 5/14/2025 CONNECTICUT SECURES TEMPORARY CUSTODY OF FIFTEEN NEGLECTED HORSES

    (Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong and Department of Agriculture Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt announced today that the state has filed an action for permanent custody of fifteen neglected horses seized from Stirrup Fun Stables Rescue in Lebanon.

  • 5/7/2025 Connecticut Residents Urged to Surrender or Dispose of Unsolicited Packages of Seeds

    (STATEWIDE) – The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), are urging residents to remain vigilant following reports of unsolicited seed packages arriving by mail.

  • 5/1/2025 Passport to CT Wine Country Launches May 1

    (HARTFORD, CT) – The highly anticipated 2025 Passport to Connecticut Wine Country program officially kicks off on May 1, inviting Connecticut residents and out of state visitors, to explore 36 participating farm wineries while collecting stamps, savoring local flavors, and earning the chance to win a prize.

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