Colorado Department of Agriculture's Response to American Recovery Plan

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 Broomfield, Colo. - The Colorado Department of Agriculture is excited to work with the Governor’s Office and legislative leaders from both parties to pass and implement the Colorado Recovery Plan. 

The plan invests heavily in our rural and agricultural communities to ensure they build back quicker and stronger from the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the many important investments, the recovery plan calls for one-time funding that includes:

  • $20-35 million in agriculture supply chain infrastructure grants
  • $2-3 million in funding to expand market access through Colorado Proud
  • $2-5 million in agricultural drought response and recovery
  • $3-5 million in agricultural renewable energy and energy efficiency grants
  • $7-10 million in support for the National Western Stock Show and State Fair
  • $10-20 million in funding for State Water Plan projects

The proposal also includes significant investments in rural broadband, small businesses, and education and childcare.

“The investments made in the Colorado Recovery Plan are essential to addressing immediate needs and building resilience across our agricultural sector and rural communities,” said Kate Greenberg, Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture. “The plan supports agricultural producers by expanding rural economic opportunities and market access, reducing energy costs, increasing supply chain resilience, and responding to devastating drought conditions over the past year.” 

The Colorado Recovery Plan was announced by the Governor and legislative leadership of both parties on May 10, 2020. 

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