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About

The Colorado Hay & Forage Association is a non-profit organization established in 1987 for persons involved in all facets of the Hay and Forage Industry in the state of Colorado . Since the organization's establishment, CHFA continues to sponsor regional seminars in locations around the state as well as an annual convention with industry speakers on subjects of interest for those involved in the industry.

CHFA Vision

To provide an organization which networks hay and forage producers, brokers, dealers, custom operators, and all related businesses within the industry in Colorado.

CHFA Mission

At CHFA, our mission is to advance and develop the hay and forage industry throughout the state of Colorado by encouraging quality production and promoting Colorado's excellent hay and forage products.

CHFA Objectives

  1. Promote quality standards and accurate forage testing of hay and forage crops to increase marketability and quality assurance of products.
  2. Provide ongoing costs of production and return estimates for the production of hay and forage crops in all regions of Colorado.
  3. Facilitate the development of new markets and marketing strategies, both foreign and domestic, for hay and forage producers of the Association.
  4. Educate and inform Colorado's public on the importance of the hay and forage industry and our commitment to the conservation of the environment.
  5. Form and maintain a cooperative network with industry representatives from all areas to provide a more efficient and profitable industry.
  6. Provide a link between hay buyers and sellers through the publication of a Hay Directory.
  7. Provide a forum for communication between fellow producers, buyers, and other industry representatives.
  8. Provide information on market conditions and supplies, costs of production, and latest techniques.
  9. Use the strength of a recognized trade association to petition to government and industry for the needs of individual members of the organization as well as promote their individual products and services to consumers.
  10. Promote high ethical standards of all involved in the hay industry especially those engaged in the production and marketing of hay.


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