Weld County Farm Bureau

06/16/2026

So sorry to learn of Dr. Beeman's passing. A true legend and important ally to the agricultural industry.

It is with very heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Dr. Marvin Beeman.

Our Littleton Equine family has been so lucky to have had three professional “fathers” who taught us how to care for both people and horses. Dr. Beeman lived and practiced with passion and wonder for the horse. His enthusiasm and joy were infectious and inspirational to all of us.

His decades of service, leadership and mentorship will leave a lasting impact on the horse industry and all of the lives that he touched. He will be missed as fiercely as he lived his life.

06/12/2026

📣YOU ARE INVITED!

Whether you're a farmer, rancher, landowner, agricultural professional or simply interested in the future of agriculture in Southwest Colorado, you won't want to miss the first ever La Plata County Farm Bureau Summer Speaker Series!

Join us throughout July for four evenings of engaging conversations, practical information, and expert insights on some of the most important topics facing agriculture today, including:

✅ Transition Planning for Farms & Ranches
✅ Colorado Drought Response & Current Agricultural Issues
✅ Agritourism Opportunities for Producers
✅ Preparing the Next Generation of Agriculture

We're bringing together respected leaders and industry experts from across Colorado to share their knowledge, answer questions, and connect with our agricultural community.

🌟 Refreshments provided
🌟 Free to attend
🌟 Open to the public

Check out the full schedule here!

Space is limited, so please RSVP by sending us a Facebook message or emailing [email protected].

We look forward to learning, connecting, and strengthening our agricultural community together this summer! 🌱🤝

06/10/2026

The Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) has elected Britt Dinis of Empire Dairy in Wiggins as its new President. Dinis officially began her term at the conclusion of the Association's 2026 Annual Meeting, held June 8–9 in Black Hawk.

"As I take the gavel of the Colorado Livestock Association, I am looking forward to continuing the work that has come before me while paving the way for our future," said Dinis. "CLA is a place for all Colorado livestock producers, and I will continue working to ensure that our membership is broad and representative of our dairy, cattle, swine, and sheep operations. Our members are our lifeblood, and maintaining an engaged membership strengthens all of our efforts—from safety and environmental programs to legislative and regulatory advocacy."

Read the full release here: https://bit.ly/4ukWXDz

06/10/2026

This legislation would restore state authority to manage gray wolf populations and provide certainty for farmers, ranchers and others in rural communities who are facing increased livestock losses and growing public safety challenges.
Click the link below and tell Senators to Take Up the Pet & Livestock Protection Act (H.R. 845)

The Pet and Livestock Protection Act (H.R. 845) has passed the House with bipartisan support and is awaiting action in the Senate. CFB asks you to encourage Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper to co-sponsor the bill and move it forward. This legislation would restore state authority to manage gray wolf...

05/19/2026

Studies on cattle that live among wolves show behavioral differences as well. The secondary and tertiary affects of apex predators are largely ignored by wolf advocates and policy makers. It is our duty to educate the policy makers about how introducing wolves affects wildlife and livestock.

05/17/2026

Great way to support Colorado Agriculture!

05/12/2026

Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that they are updating grazing regulations and rescinding the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, also known as the Public Lands Rule.

These new regulations will more clearly recognize the value of production livestock grazing when it comes to positive land health outcomes, allow targeted grazing to address wildfire risks, as well as flexible terms so operators can adjust grazing practices without separate approval from BLM.

AFBF President Zippy Duvall said, "Rescinding the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule and updating grazing regulations recognizes the important balance our country has achieved on public lands. It ensures ranchers have critical access to rangelands, which ultimately supports the stability and availability of homegrown protein for America’s families."

To learn more, go to fb.org/news.

04/29/2026

News from the State Office in Denver

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Following a contentious Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee hearing last week, John Emerick and Christopher Sichko withdrew their nominations to the Wildlife Commission and the full Senate confirmation vote was postponed until May 14th, the day after the legislative session ends—eff...

04/22/2026

UPDATE: The sponsors of SB26-062, Rodenticide Use Restrictions, asked the House Ag Committee to postpone the bill indefinitely. After discussion, committee members voted 11-2 in favor of postponing indefinitely.

Thank you to the legislators who recognized that these tools are essential for protecting the health and safety of agricultural operations. We appreciate the engagement from our members—385 emails were sent to legislators and several members testified on behalf of the livestock industry.

CLA remains firmly opposed to policies that place unnecessary burdens on producers and compromise the safety of their livestock, employees, families, and operations.

04/18/2026

Colorado’s Parks and Wildlife Commission is too important to get wrong.

The Colorado Senate is considering the confirmations of John Emerick and Christopher Sichko to the CPW Commission, and we believe these appointments move Colorado further away from balanced, credible, science-based wildlife management.

This is about more than two names.
This is about public trust.
This is about qualified representation.
This is about the future direction of wildlife policy in Colorado.

Hunters, anglers, rural communities, and conservation-minded Coloradans deserve a commission that is balanced, trusted, and equipped to represent the people and wildlife of this state.

Take action now and tell Colorado lawmakers to oppose these confirmations.

Hit the link in bio or go here:
howlforwildlife.org/restoretrustcpw

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