Colorado Livestock Association

Colorado Livestock Association Representing Colorado’s livestock producers with a unified voice by advancing the interests of members, livestock and the public.

Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) was formed in 1998 through a restructuring of the then 43 year old Colorado Cattle Feeders Association (CCFA). CLA members are cattle and sheep feeders, cow/calf producers, dairy farmers, swine operations, and industry partners. CLA works on behalf of its members in the regulatory and legislative arenas in Colorado. Contact our office at (970) 378-0500 if you would like to become a member or visit www.coloradolivestock.org to learn more!

Tag the date for the 17th Annual Marshall Frasier Beef Symposium on February 11, 2025 in Hugo. Colo. More details coming...
01/09/2025

Tag the date for the 17th Annual Marshall Frasier Beef Symposium on February 11, 2025 in Hugo. Colo. More details coming soon! ⁠
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Check out the event information on our website: https://bit.ly/3PavSRv

Today marks the first day of the 120-day legislative session of the new 75th General Assembly. CLA's lobbying team is pr...
01/08/2025

Today marks the first day of the 120-day legislative session of the new 75th General Assembly. CLA's lobbying team is prepared to represent the livestock agriculture industry. Throughout the session, we will rely on members, the Legislative Affairs Committee and our lobbying team to guide all actions taken by the CLA regarding the legislation that has been introduced.

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The recording is now available on CLA's YouTube Channel!This morning, Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul, attorneys at Range P...
01/07/2025

The recording is now available on CLA's YouTube Channel!

This morning, Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul, attorneys at Range PC, provided an overview of the labor and employment laws Colorado farmers and ranchers need to understand and comply with.

Thank you to our partners at the Colorado Farm Bureau and the Colorado Cattlemen's Association for their support in bringing this vital information to agriculture employers across Colorado.

Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul provided an overview and update on the labor and employment laws Colorado farmers and ranchers need to unders...

01/07/2025

Senate Bill 55, OK'd last year, means to to bridge state services and ag communities struggling with access to mental health care

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for portions of Colorado. Over the next wee...
01/07/2025

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for portions of Colorado. Over the next week, low temperatures will reach the single digits, with some accumulation and blustery conditions across the northern and eastern sections of the plains.

During extreme cold, farmers and ranchers follow guidelines and implement additional protocols to minimize the effects of weather stress on cattle. These include adjusting feed and energy rations in low temperatures and providing windbreaks and/or bedding.

For more info, view this resource from Dr. Julia Herman, Beef Cattle Specialist Veterinarian, National Cattlemen's Beef Association. https://bit.ly/4j6F3QU

CLA is available to assist with needs or questions; please call (970) 378-0500.

Join us for the Agricultural Employment Law Update tomorrow at 9 AM! Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul wil...
01/06/2025

Join us for the Agricultural Employment Law Update tomorrow at 9 AM!

Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul will provide an overview and update on the labor and employment laws Colorado farmers and ranchers need to understand and comply with.

Don't miss it!

Register: https://bit.ly/40qkac8

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Wishing you a joyful and prosperous year in 2025!⁠Happy New Year!
12/31/2024

Wishing you a joyful and prosperous year in 2025!⁠
Happy New Year!

Join CLA for the upcoming Agricultural Employment Law Update on January 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM via Zoom.Range PC attorneys ...
12/26/2024

Join CLA for the upcoming Agricultural Employment Law Update on January 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM via Zoom.

Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul will provide an overview and update on the labor and employment laws Colorado farmers and ranchers need to understand and comply with.

Please don’t miss this important opportunity to avoid problems you don’t need.

Register: https://bit.ly/3DoeK8e

We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
12/24/2024

We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Join us on January 7 at 9 AM via Zoom as Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul provide an overview and update ...
12/19/2024

Join us on January 7 at 9 AM via Zoom as Range PC attorneys Cindy Coleman and Kevin Paul provide an overview and update on the labor and employment laws Colorado farmers and ranchers need to understand and comply with.

Colorado’s legislature and Department of Labor & Employment have been in the lead with respect to agriculture-specific wage & hour and working conditions rules. There are plenty of them and they aren’t all easy to understand. At the same time, plaintiffs’ lawyers and the State government are staying busy with threatened lawsuits and administrative complaints.

Please don’t miss this important opportunity to avoid problems you don’t need.

Register: https://bit.ly/3DoeK8e

We are so excited about the success of CLA‘s first-ever NFR Holiday Watch Party. Thank you to everyone for coming out to...
12/11/2024

We are so excited about the success of CLA‘s first-ever NFR Holiday Watch Party. Thank you to everyone for coming out to help us celebrate the holiday season and to cheer on the cowboys and cowgirls!

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the evening. We could not have events like these without your help!

As we gather around our Thanksgiving tables, let us take a moment to express our gratitude to the farming and ranching f...
11/28/2024

As we gather around our Thanksgiving tables, let us take a moment to express our gratitude to the farming and ranching families who provide food for our communities.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Colorado Livestock Association!

Today, we celebrate and honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sac...
11/11/2024

Today, we celebrate and honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice.

Thank you, veterans!

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11/08/2024

❄️🌨️ Winter storms can bring unexpected challenges for livestock. Here are some quick tips to keep your animals safe!

✅ Shelter: Protect animals by keeping them dry and out of the wind.
💧 Water: Dehydration is common in sudden and severe storms. Ensure access to clean water, warmed if possible.
🌾 Extra Feed & Hay: Provide extra feed and hay to help animals keep warm. Avoid sudden changes in feed type.
👀 Monitor Vulnerable Animals: Check on young and older animals throughout the storm, they may need blanketing or other additional care.

Your animals depend on you for warmth and safety during severe weather. Stay safe, and keep them cozy!

For more tips about what to expect and how to provide the best care to your animals during challenging storms, visit:

CSU Extension winter storm fact sheet: https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/agriculture/severe-cold-weather-rangeland-and-livestock-considerations/

Winter storm livestock checklist:https://www.prep4agthreats.org/Assets/Factsheets/Winter-Storms-and-Your-Livestock.pdf



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Last night, CLA staff attended Michael Best Strategies’ post-election happy hour event. While at the event hosted by CLA...
11/08/2024

Last night, CLA staff attended Michael Best Strategies’ post-election happy hour event. While at the event hosted by CLA’s lobbying team, staff had the opportunity to network and hear 2025 legislative session projections from panelists House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese, Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer, Attorney General Phil Weiser, and Senate President Pro Tem James Coleman.

Attention CLA members! Don't miss the virtual Q4 CLA Safety Meeting coming up on Tuesday, November 12. This is your LAST...
11/07/2024

Attention CLA members! Don't miss the virtual Q4 CLA Safety Meeting coming up on Tuesday, November 12.

This is your LAST chance to earn safety training credits from CLA for 2024.
Safety experts will discuss how to protect livestock workers from winter weather and provide tips for managing stress.

Scan the QR code or register at https://bit.ly/3BWqkHb

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The Denver slaughter ban, Initiative 309, will have devastating consequences for local food production, driving business and jobs out of the city. Vote no on 309! #buylocal #savejobs #denvervotes #agriculture #feedingamerica

The adventure continues! YCC participants got to tour varying segments of the beef supply chain, from the feedyard to the processor and all the way to the grocery store meat case. Thank you @5riverscattle Kuner Feedyard, Kersey, Colo., and @certifiedangusbeef for this excellent educational experience!

CLA member Ryan Peterson, Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, is participating in a fast and furious 8-day journey with @beefusa’s Young Cattlemen’s Conference! YCC provides young leaders with a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the industry, from cattle and beef production to the consumer, including exposure to the national grassroots process. Participants will also have the opportunity to visit with their elected leaders to discuss issues of critical importance to America’s cattle and beef producers and advocate for their industry during a day spent on Capitol Hill. Stay tuned as we share updates from Ryan’s time at YCC! #YCC #NCBA #Cattlelndustry #BEEF

Colorado’s farming and ranching families are stewards of the land and play a crucial role in maintaining and sustaining the rangelands, forests, and open spaces for future generations. The EPA released the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2022. The report shows that American agriculture reduced emissions by almost 2% from 2021 to 2022, the largest decrease of any economic sector. Highlights of the report include: -12-million-metric-ton reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. -2.1% reduction in livestock GHG emissions. View the inventory here: https://bit.ly/3Ur8DWU Happy #EarthDay

It's CLA's 25th Anniversary! Take a walk down memory lane and view some of the highlights since the Colorado Livestock Association was formed in 1998!

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Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) was formed in 1998 through a restructuring of the then 43 year old Colorado Cattle Feeders Association (CCFA). Now composed of feeder (cattle & sheep), producer (cattle & sheep), dairy, swine, and industry partner members, the association works on behalf of these members in the regulatory and legislative arenas. Additionally, CLA has a strong workers compensation program comprised of livestock producers that benefits from pooling their resources and developing a strong safety culture on their operations. Interested in supporting livestock agriculture in Colorado? Your membership in the Association includes: Involvement in establishing CLA direction and policy regarding issues affecting your business. Your voice in the legislature and with regulators. Access to professional staff to serve your environmental, legislative, regulatory, safety, and quality needs. The opportunity to take advantage of group worker’s compensation insurance. Updates on issues of importance to the livestock industry. Listing in the association’s annual Vision magazine membership directory. The opportunity to attend educational seminars on timely issues within the industry. Contact our office at (970) 378-0500 if you would like to become a member or visit www.coloradolivestock.org to learn more!