Colorado Livestock Branding

Colorado brands are registered through the Brand Inspection Division. Branding is not required but approximately 30,000 brands are registered. Brands are considered personal property and recorded in brand deed books. The Division employs 68 brand inspectors and inspects over 4 million head annually.

Governing Body

Agency: Colorado Department of Agriculture — Brand Inspection Division
Website: https://ag.colorado.gov/brands/livestock-brands

Official Brand Book

Type: Online PDF
Official Search: https://ag.colorado.gov/brands/livestock-brands
Notes: Brand books published every five years following statewide assessment. 2022 Brand Book available for $50. Approximately 30,000 brands registered.

Registration

Registration Info: https://ag.colorado.gov/brands/livestock-brands
Registration Fee: $300 non-refundable research fee
Renewal Cycle: 5 years (assessment period)
Renewal Fee: $300 (2022-2026), $500 (2027-2031)
Notes: Brands may be placed anywhere on the animal. Two-character brands extremely difficult to obtain. Transfer fee is $150.