Agricultural Advisory Board
Agriculture has a long tradition in Larimer County. The Agricultural Advisory Board advises the Board of County Commissioners and county departments on issues that affect production agriculture and agri-business in the county.
The Agricultural Advisory Board bylaws call for at least 10 members, of the 15-member board, to be involved in agricultural production such as crops, livestock, or dairy products, and the Board reflects this diversity. Representation from various segments of the agricultural economy, such as traditional and high value crops, are sought.
This Board was instrumental in creating a Right to Farm and Ranch Policy for Larimer County. The Agricultural Advisory Board is also involved with the preservation of agricultural land and water through conservation easements and other means; and the improved economic viability of agriculture through high value crops and value added processing.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of odd-numbered months from 12:30-3:00 p.m. in the Larimer County Extension Office, 1525 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins.
The time, date, and location of meetings are subject to change. Changes will be noted on the meeting agenda. Meetings are open to the public.
Board Members
Name | Term Start | Term End |
---|---|---|
Dylan Alsbach
|
12/19/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Carmen Farmer
|
12/11/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Franklyn Garry
3 year term started 2/12/19 |
12/01/2021 |
11/30/2024 |
Amber Graves
Chair |
12/01/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Brad Justice
Vice Chair - actual start date is 7/1/22 |
12/01/2022 |
11/30/2025 |
Dennis Lacerte
|
12/01/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Maureen McDonough
|
12/01/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Ryan Peterson
|
12/01/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
Kristin Ramey
|
12/01/2021 |
11/30/2024 |
Martha Sullins
Secretary - actual start date 7/1/22 |
12/01/2022 |
11/30/2025 |
Zach Thode
|
12/01/2021 |
11/30/2024 |
Melissa Town
|
12/01/2023 |
11/30/2026 |
George Wallace
|
12/01/2022 |
11/30/2025 |
Audrey Welsh
|
12/19/2023 |
11/30/2026 |