Published on June 09, 2025
The Weld County Board of Commissioners is proud to announce Kali Benson as the new Director of the Weld County CSU Extension Office.
Benson, who previously served as the Elbert County Extension Office Director, was chosen for the position following a nationwide search.
“Kali brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her related to agriculture and 4-H programs,” said Commissioner Chair Perry Buck. “We know she will lead the Extension Office well and is joining a great team of people.”
After receiving her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from New Mexico State University, Benson went on to earn a Master of Science in Animal Science. She began her career with Alltech, an agricultural company that produces specialty ingredients, premix supplements and feed for livestock, as a quality assurance and control coordinator in 2011. In 2014, she became a county 4-H, horticulture and natural resources extension agent at Colorado State University. In her most recent role as Elbert County Extension Director, she was responsible for the oversight of extension and 4-H services.
“There is a long history of outstanding agents, extension programming, community involvement and support for agriculture in Weld County,” Benson said. “I look forward to becoming a member of the community and supporting all of the Colorado State University Extension and Weld County team members in their efforts to connect and build educational opportunities for residents.”
Learn more about Weld County’s CSU Extension Office.