Join us in 2022!
Starting January 12, 2022, Colorado Building Farmers classes will begin in Larimer County, Chaffee County and El Paso County, and run for 8 weeks. This year classes will be a combination of in-person and online meetings. Inquire with each program manager below for an application and to obtain all class meeting dates.
For applications or more information:
Colorado Building Farmers (CBF) is a community-based program for aspiring farmers and ranchers. CSU
Extension facilitates courses that help beginner farmers build capacity and the community linkages needed
to succeed. Farming and ranching is risky business, requiring an unconventional lifestyle, many skills, and the
drive, smarts and determination to launch and grow a business. Colorado Building Farmers offers two levels
of classroom learning: Principles of Business Planning and Management and Advanced Classes. Learn
more on our website: buildingfarmers.com
The Principles of Business Planning and Management program is a series of evening classes designed to help New Farmers and Ranchers explore farming as a business and provide Intermediate and Experienced Farmers and Ranchers with tools and ideas to refine and enhance their business management, production, and marketing skills.
Advanced Classes are available for individuals who have successfully completed the Principles of Business Planning and Management classroom program. These classes are structured to provide additional “advanced” level programming in key topics in business planning.
Contact us by email and we’d be happy to answer any questions you have about our Building Farmers programs!