Calendar of Events

Strong Women Strong Bones classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays, from 12:45-1:45pm at the Fort Sumner Senior Citizen's Center.

The Program was developed by Miriam Nelson, PhD, at Tufts University and is based upon years of research on how strength training and proper nutrition improve the health of women of all ages.

Contact Cheryl Butterfield at 355-2381 for additional information or to register.

The NM Chile Conference will present practical solutions for growers, processors and producers. Gary Nabhan, the guest speaker, will discuss chile peppers, climate change & water scarcity in the southwest. Additional presentations will cover research solutions on disease & pest management and the latest updates on mechanical cleaning. More info...

The Floral Judging Team will be selling flowers today from 9:00 to 11:30 this morning at the Gerald Thomas foyer.

The Valencia County Extension Office, along with its Master Gardener Program offer a free seminar on proper pruning of landscape plants, fruit trees, and shrubs at Bosque Farms Church of Christ, 1635 Bosque Farms Blvd. Bosque Farms NM.

In addition, a demonstration on proper tool maintenance will be offered. After the lecture participants are encouraged to attend a hands-on pruning demonstration at a nearby apple orchard.

NO RSVP Required! FREE workshop More info...

The Building of two High Tunnel Hoop Houses will be constructed at the same time at Santa Clara Indian Reservation.

The event will start at 8 am in the morning on both days.

The Corona Range and Livestock Research Center will host our second Southwest Center for Rangeland Sustainability Rancher’s Roundtable titled “Reproduction and Heifer Development” on February 15 at 10 am. This month’s event is sponsored entirely by HiPro Feeds and is free to the public with no prior registration required. We will have coffee and cookies available around 9:30 am, so that you can visit with friends and neighbors before we start, lunch is provided and we will conclude around 3 pm. Our panel this month includes:

• Manny Encinias (Extension Beef Cattle Specialist)
• Kent Mills (Field Nutritionist, HiPro Feeds)
• Mike Nichols (Sr. Veterinarian, Pfizer Animal Health)
• Tim Ross (Reproductive Physiologist)
• with Eric Scholljegerdes (Ruminant Nutritionist) serving as our moderator

More information and a map with driving directions are available on our website... More info...

The Floral Judging Team will be selling flowers today from 9:00 to 11:30 this morning at the Gerald Thomas foyer.

This Sun Flower Workshop will focus on the production of sunflowers as a commercial crop.

This is an evening program running from 6 pm - 9 pm on February 16, 2012 in Pena Blanca, NM.

Members of New Mexico's $67 million organic farming industry will be among those gathering on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 17-18, in Albuquerque.

The two-day New Mexico Organic Farming Conference, to be held at the Marriot Albuquerque Pyramid North, 5151 San Francisco Road NE, provides more than 30 production and marketing workshops, an organic food luncheon on Saturday and a large exhibitor hall for producers to learn about organic farming.

The registration fee is $100 for the entire conference or $65 for one day. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. each day. More info...

Members of New Mexico's $67 million organic farming industry will be among those gathering on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 17-18, in Albuquerque for the Southwest's premier conference on organic and sustainable agriculture. The registration fee is $100 for the entire conference or $65 for one day. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. each day. Location: Marriot Albuquerque Pyramid North, 5151 San Francisco Road NE More info...

Julia Usher, a nationally known pastry chef and cookbook author will be here to demonstrate the art of cookie decorating. She will also be conducting a book signing for her new cookbook, "The Ultimate Cookie".

The demonstration is at 2 p.m. Please call the Roosevelt Co. Extension Office to reserve your spot as space is limited. More info...

This free Diabetic Cooking School will be help from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sandoval County Cooperative Extension Service office at 711 Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo,

The Diabetic Cooking School is a hand-on training in the preparation of healthy meals for diabetics. Participants will receive 2 free cook books and a certificate of completion. They will prepare new & tasty recipes for the lunch meal. during the program. More info...

Two days packed with educational seminars and vendors for the agricultural community in the new Roosevelt County Fairgrounds Event Center. More info...

"Homestyle in a Hurry" cooking school will be held at 10:30 a.m. during the NM Ag Expo, McAlister Room, Roosevelt County Fairgrounds. Roosevelt County home economist Connie Moyers will present the school.

Recipe ideas, demonstration and sampling to help you learn quick tips for making homestyle meals in a hurry for your family and friends. More info...

THIS CLASS IS FULL - Call Gloria at 575-646-2198 to be included on a waiting list for attendee cancellations or for future classes.

This workshop is designed for Home Cheese Makers and Small Dairy Processors. The hands-on 3-day training at New Mexico State University offers training on how to make cheese at home or as a small business.

Cheese products made in class include Asadero, Farmhouse, Feta and Mozzarella. Basic business concepts and cost formulation will be discussed. HACCP Plan for cheese production also received. LIMITED seating available, registration and brochure available at web site. More info...

This free Diabetic Cooking School will be help from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sandoval County Cooperative Extension Service office at 711 Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo,

The Diabetic Cooking School is a hand-on training in the preparation of healthy meals for diabetics. Participants will receive 2 free cook books and a certificate of completion. They will prepare new & tasty recipes for the lunch meal. during the program. More info...

Kitchen Creations is a free diabetic cooking school for diabetics and their families.

Class will meet four times on Thursdays from 5:15-8:15 p.m. starting March 1st at the Courthouse Annex Building Meeting Room. Hands on cooking, diabetes information and free cookbooks are provided for each participant.

To register please call Cheryl at the De Baca Extension Office at 575-355-2381.

New Mexico State University's Cooperative Extension Service will host and co-sponsor the 2012 Western Pecan Growers Association Conference and Trade Show Sunday through Tuesday, March 4-6, at Hotel Encanto in Las Cruces. This will mark the 46th year the organization, which represents growers in California, Arizona, New Mexico and West Texas, has sponsored the event.

For full information about the conference or to register and pay online, visit http://www.westernpecan.org.

Note that registration fees will increase after Feb. 17 and that online registration closes after Feb. 25.

Interested parties can also contact Olivia Carver directly at 575-640-7798 or oliviakcarver@gmail.com. More info...

Dr. Blair Stringam, Irrigation Engineer, will hold a water harvesting engineering workshop for NMSU CES faculty/staff in Roswell, March 8. Contact Stringam if you’re interested in attending.

The Dona Ana County Master Gardeners and Dona Ana County Agriculture and Horticulture Agent, Jeff Anderson, will provide horticultural information at this years event.

Homeowners and producers are encouraged to stop by for Agronomy and Horticulture information. Lectures will be conducted throughout the two-day event. There is a small entrance fee for the garden show, but the lectures and information are free.

Radiologist from Harrington Cancer Center of Amarillo, Tx. will be at the Roosevelt County Extension office for mammograms on Monday, March 12.

This is an opportunity for reduced cost mammograms. Please call 1-800-377-4673 to schedule your appointment. More info...

4-H members will learn to make a "Quick and Easy Quilt" from the 4-H Quilt Curriculum.

Each person must have a sewing machine, supplies and a helper. To register please call Connie Moyers, Roosevelt Co. Extension Home Economist at 356-4417. More info...

4-H Home Economics Schools designed for 4-H members ages 9-19 will be help March 16-18. in Los Lunas. The schools are designed for youth interested in learning skills related to Home Ec Projects and finding out about project opportunities in New Mexico.

4-Hers choose one track per year. All participants will be engaged in service learning projects, fun evening activities and fitness activities throughout the weekend. More info...

Dutch Oven Cook and Wilderness Outfitter, Leah Jones (and friends)will again host "Dutch Oven 301" - will hold a Dutch Oven Cooking Class on March 17th at the Grant County Administration building in Silver City.

We'll provide the fires and the expertise (and dishes by our guest chefs) - YOU bring your Dutch Oven, the recipe and ingredients for the dish you want to cook.

"Dutch Oven 301", participants are asked to register and bring $15.00 per person to help with the costs of the class. SIGN UP EARLY! SPACE IS LIMITED! Call Grant County Extension Service at 575-388-1559 to reserve your spot in "Dutch Oven 301"! To ask about your recipe, ingredients, or if you have technical questions about Dutch Oven cooking, call Leah anytime before the class! 575-539-2800

Kitchen Creations is a free diabetic cooking school for diabetics and their families.

Class will meet for 4 Monday evenings from 6-9 p.m. starting March 26 at ENMU Family and Consumer Science Department. Hands on cooking, diabetes information and free cookbooks are provided for each participant.

To register please call Roosevelt Co. Extension Office at 575-356-4417. More info...

4-H Youth Get-Away will be held April 20-22 in Torreon. The event is for Novice and Junior 4-H members held at Inlow Baptist Camp located west of Torreon, NM.

Youth will have the opportunity during the weekend to enjoy workshops on leadership and team building in a camp setting. Youth also participate in sessions, hands-on activities, and attend dances. Senior members have an opportunity to attend this event by serving as camp counselors. Juniors can apply to serve as CIT (Counselor in Training). More info...

Elementary schools from across Sierra County take a day each year to visit a working farm and ranch operation. These young students come to learn about agriculture and its vital role in our economy. The muscle behind the fun filled day is provided by local high school 4-H and FFA members who participate as tour guides and presenters.

If you would like to know more about this event or want to help out please feel free to contact your local Cooperative Extension Agent.

County Health Fair with over 40 different vendors providing free and low cost health screenings and information.

The western SARE sponsored conference will be held in Santa Fe, NM. This water training will provide practical information to extension agents and other ag professionals that they can immediately share with their clientele. Topics will include water and agriculture in the southwest, water harvesting, the acequia system, efficient water delivery for livestock, and methods to improve water use efficiency in cropping systems.

Come join us at out County Fair. Livestock Show Rodeo Exhibits Carnival Lots of fun!!!!!

Theme: Catch the Clover – Change a Life

This statewide educational event will bring Adult 4-H Leaders, 4-H Parents and Extension Staff together to participate in workshops and special activities. The forum will also feature educational displays, speakers, a community service project, silent auction; Centennial 4-H Celebration, networking and more!

Please plan to atttend the leading conference for those interested in onions and other Allium crops. This biennial conference will be held in Las Cruces, NM at the Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces. Presentations will encompass breeding and genetics, onion thrips and IYSV management, disease management, postharvest handling, and cultural practices of Alliums. More info...