Eat Local, Explore More: Discover the Farm Fresh Interactive Map

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is transforming how consumers connect with the state's vibrant food landscape with the launch of the 2026 Farm Fresh Interactive Map. For the first time, the 2026 Farm Fresh Directory is anchored by a cutting-edge, ultra-filterable map, moving beyond traditional printed listings to offer a high-tech solution for the modern shopper and Colorado traveler. This new interface allows families and food enthusiasts to navigate the state's ag landscape with GPS-precision, ensuring that local produce, farmers markets, and agricultural fairs are more accessible than ever before.

"This map is a game-changer for our local food economy," said Danielle Trotta, Colorado Proud Program Manager. "By giving consumers the power to filter by their specific needs-whether they are looking for a wheelchair-accessible market or a farm within ten miles that sells fresh produce-we are removing the barriers to eating local. It's about making the choice to support a Colorado grower as easy as possible."

The interactive, digital map is deeply customizable, so users can filter their search by specific agricultural products, proximity in miles, and hours of operation. Understanding that every traveler has different needs, the map also highlights accessibility features and specific on-farm activities, such as u-picks or educational tours, making it a comprehensive tool for both grocery shopping and weekend agritourism. This shift to a digital-first platform empowers residents to support Colorado's farmers and ranchers by finding exactly what they need, exactly where they are. Explore the 2026 Farm Fresh Interactive Map at ColoradoProud.com.

This digital evolution serves as the perfect companion to the traditional printed Farm Fresh Directory, which remains a beloved staple for many households. While the print guide offers a tactile resource for year-round reference, the new digital map provides real-time, on-the-go flexibility for those who need instant results.

To ensure this resource is accessible to all Coloradans, the printed directory will be available at the end of May. By offering both a high-tech filterable map the Department is bridging the gap between tradition and innovation-ensuring every consumer, regardless of their preferred format, can easily participate in Colorado's local food movement.