Sarah and Andrew West

Andrew and Sarah West are the co-owners of West Family Farms, a small cattle operation in Fort Collins, Colorado. They began their operation in the spring of 2024, thanks to a leasing opportunity with Poudre Valley Community Farms. They run 25 head of bred yearling Angus heifers on 85 acres of Fort Collins-owned property. They utilize intensive rotational grazing that benefits the cattle, the soil, and the plants. By rotating the cattle every day, Andrew and Sarah provide them with high-quality grass while also using the cattle to improve the soil and plant quality of the land. They are dedicated to ecological health, innovative farming practices, and entrepreneurialism, understanding that it is a privilege to be a part of the food system, care for the land, and raise livestock responsibly.

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A Visionary Future: Supporting Young and BIPOC Farmers in the West