Colby "Bear" Hammonds
for North Carolina
Commissioner of Agriculture 2028
Colby "Bear" Hammonds
for North Carolina
Commissioner of Agriculture 2028
Welcome
My name is Colby "Bear" Hammonds, and I was a candidate on the 2024 Republican primary ticket for NC Commissioner of Agriculture. I'm a native North Carolinian, raised with conservative values on a family farm. I have a deep understanding of agriculture and a commitment to food security, producers, and family farms.
Learn more about Colby "Bear" Hammonds
Growing up on the Farm
Growing up on the Farm
Growing up on the Farm
From a young age, farming and 4H were a big part of my life. On the family farm, everyone plays a part.
Hammonds Land & Cattle
Growing up on the Farm
Growing up on the Farm
We specialize in pasture-raised beef, pork, and brown eggs, delivered directly to local consumers. This ensures a true farm-to-table experience.
Military Service
Growing up on the Farm
Military Service
Over 33 years of military service with North Carolina Army National Guard and the United States Army Reserves.
We Aim to Create Profitable Local Family Farms
Food Security
Hammonds is committed to bolstering North Carolina's food security by promoting safe, community-based producers, and by strengthening the resilience of our food supply chain. To do this, it is imperative we support local farming initiatives, reduce government regulations on agriculture, and advocate for policies that empower individual farmers.
Support for Producers
Small-scale farmers and producers are integral to the state's economy and serve as guardians of local food security. The protection of these operations are fundamental pillars that underpin the stability of larger agricultural enterprises. Hammonds is committed to advocating for policies that safeguard and uphold the rights and protections of producers at all levels.
Preserving the Family Farm
Family farms are the foundation of stability within our local communities. Hammonds understands the importance of preserving the family farm way of life and he works to ensure that farming remains a viable and attractive option. He is committed to reversing the trend of land loss among farmers and he strives to help educate families on viable ways to pass on their legacy to future generations.