For Love of the Land

Kate Greenberg was appointed Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture in December 2018, becoming the first woman to hold the position. Before her appointment, Greenberg spent more than a decade working directly with farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. She served as Western Program Director for the National Young Farmers Coalition, where she advocated for sustainable farm policy, farmland affordability, and equitable access to water and land. In that role, she collaborated closely with Colorado’s basin roundtables and contributed to the development of the Colorado Water Plan and broader water policy in the Colorado River Basin.

Commissioner Greenberg brings hands-on experience from working on farms and natural resource projects across the West, fostering her deep commitment to bridging agriculture and conservation. Under her leadership, the department advances voluntary stewardship programs that enhance soil health, conserve water, and strengthen rural economies.

Commissioner Greenberg’s passionate leadership has earned her several honors, including the Emerging Conservation Leader Award from Western Resource Advocates and induction in the Who’s Who in Agriculture. We invite you to be inspired by the Commissioner’s vision for a Colorado whose thriving farms and ranches support healthy land and water.