Pueblo County Dept of Economic Development

Pueblo County, Opportunities for R&D and Processing.

Pueblo County, Colorado fosters a friendly business environment for the innovative production, manufacturing, and R&D of cannabis and all related products. The first-of-its kind State funded Institute of Cannibals Research is located on the campus of Colorado State University-Pueblo, and offers unique opportunities for qualified companies to partner with researchers. The County is a leader in progressive land use policies for the cannabis industry. Pueblo County Department of Economic Development provides business robust support to the industry through a variety of programs.

Pueblo County is located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, 100 miles south of Denver. Three hundred days of natural sunshine each year plus the flow of the Arkansas River through the County provides rich agricultural land and ample recreational activities. Pueblo County and the City of Pueblo are the regional hub for business, transportation, and culture in Southern Colorado.