Governor's Forum on Colorado Agriculture set to discuss: "Farm to Table: What do Consumers Really Want?"

The 2014 Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture, themed “Farm to Table: What do Consumers Really Want?,” highlights emerging trends in Colorado agriculture. The event is scheduled for Feb. 27, 2014, at the Renaissance Hotel in Denver.

“Colorado farmers and ranchers provide high-quality, diverse products that help drive the state’s economy,” Gov. John Hickenlooper said. “This forum will help connect producers and consumers and encourage an ongoing dialogue about our state’s agricultural strengths and Coloradans’ food preferences.” View full article...

The Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture will include speakers from all facets of Colorado agriculture, including produce growers, dairy producers and climatologists.

“We’re approaching the entire event from the nexus of interest between consumers and producers,” said John Salazar, Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture. “Consumers and producers both care about having quality food and a vibrant state economy, two themes that run throughout the entire Forum.”

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