The Pre-License Pesticide Applicators Training will be held May 17 - Dec. 1, via Zoom.

Each pesticide applicator will be able to build their own program to fit their needs and interests with the recorded series of 1 hour presentations worth 1 CEU per presentation.

The NM Forage Presentations will be held May 17 - Dec 15, via Zoom.

A selected few presentations to complete for pesticide license renewal. Topics include weed and pest control. Must register first in order to view presentation.

The Rural Resilience: Farm Stress - Online Training is a FREE self-paced training that is offered remotely by Farm Credit.com.

Extension practitioners, or others, wishing to learn more about how they can support farmers and ranchers experiencing high levels of stress brought on by the economic turmoil associated with COVID-19 are encouraged to participate in a new online training course supported by a coalition of agriculture-serving agencies and organizations. Brought to you by the NMSU CES Behavioral Health and Wellness Team.

The OFRR is a voluntary service offered by the NMSU-Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) to help producers assess their farm operation against the regulations of the Produce Safety Rule (PSR).

The Lets Get Cooking! Hybrid Class Series will be held on the third Tuesday of every month May 18 - Dec. 14, 5:15 to 6:45 p.m., in-person or online.

Online registration available with credit card or check payment options. Fee is $10 per class or $40 for the Bundle Option when you choose all classes.

Dates: May 18, June 15, Sep. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 9, Dec. 14

The Walk with Ease Self Directed Program will be held Tuesdays, May 18 - June 22, 9 a.m., via Zoom.

Wanting to get more activity at your own time and pace with the support of a coach and team members? Plan to join us for Walk with Ease, a six-week program.

The Ready, Set, Grow! Webinar Series will be held May - Oct., 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 3 pm, via Zoom.

Join the series to learn more about various gardening-related topics. Presenters will include County and State Extension Specialists with experience in horticulture, insects, and food.

Dates: May 19; June 2, 16; July 7, 21; Aug. 4, 18; Sep. 1, 15; Oct. 6, 20

The Water Conservation Webinar Series will be held Thursdays, May 20 - June 24, 6 to 7:30 p.m., via Zoom.

A series of 6 free webinars focused on learning tools and best practices for conserving water at home, in the yard, and on the Farm and Ranch.

The last of the Growing Forward Farm Volunteer Work Days will be held May 21, 9 a.m. to Noon, location TBA.

If you are interested in being a continuous volunteer or joining occasionally at the farm, please complete the intake form or register to join us.

The Hemp Coffee Hour will be held Mondays, May 24 - June 21, 9 a.m., via Zoom.

Hemp Coffee Hour is an opportunity to learn from researchers working with hemp at other universities.

Dates: May 24; June 7, 21

The BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) Beef Health: Vaccinations and Antimicrobials Workshop will be held May 24, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Hidalgo County Chamber of Commerce, 206 Main Street.

Please join us for dinner and an in person clinic with Dr. John Wenzel, Extension Veterinarian as we discuss the importance of vaccinations and antimicrobial. 2 NM BQA CEU's available.

The Tech Tuesdays Hybrid: Business Workshop Series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month, May 25 - Nov. 23, 1:30 to 3 p.m., in-person or online.

Online registration available with credit card or check payment options. Fee is $10 per class or $50 for the Bundle Option when you choose 5 or more classes.

Dates: May 25, June 22, July 20, Aug. 24, Sep. 21, Oct. 26, Nov. 23

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held May 25 - 26, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days, via Zoom.

Online registration available! Pay with credit card or P-Card only! Fee is $45: NM residents or $90: Out-of-State residents. Deadline: May 14 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) Breeding Seasons and Trichomoniasis Workshop will be held May 26, 12 to 5 p.m., Socorro County Fairgrounds, Kelly Hall, address.

Please join us for an afternoon, in-person beef workshop. BQA certification and 2-4 BQA CEUs available. Please RSVP by May 19.

The last of the 4-H | Judging Practice will take place May 26, 3 to 5 p.m., via Zoom.

We will be traveling throughout the county holding contest practices. Show up and learn about a contest you are interested in. All members (Clover buds, Novice, Juniors and Seniors) are invited to participate in county contests, regardless if you want to move onto District or State contests.

The Windmill Technology Certification Workshop will be held June 2 - 5, Noon, Agricultural Institute (behind NMSU Police Department), 725 College Drive.

Join us for a comprehensive training workshop in traditional windmill water lifting applications. Conducted by several of the industry leading experts, with classroom, shop laboratory, and field demonstration instructional settings.

The NM Youth Ranch Management Camp will be held June 13 - 18 at the CS Cattle Company Ranch.

The camp is open to youth ages 15 - 19 for the opportunity to learn management skills behind ranching. Deadline for application is Apr. 16 and once accepted, a fee of $300 is required to cover a portion of the participant expenses.

The Southern Regional Livestock School will be held June 25 - 27, 10 a.m. Check-In, Sierra County Fairgrounds, 2953 S. Broadway Street.

A regional livestock school available to youth. Species include cattle, goat, lamb, pig. Youth will learn showmanship, nutrition, and animal care.

The Program Replay - Dollar Store Crafts will be held June 29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Didn't make it the 1st time around? Here's your chance to replay! Let us have some fun. Call the Lea County Extension Office to sign up.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held June 29 - 30, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days, via Zoom.

Online registration available! Pay with credit card or P-Card only! Fee is $45: NM residents or $90: Out-of-State residents. Deadline: June 18 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Dream Keepers Online camp will be held July 6 - 23.

Dream Keepers Online (DK-O) is a virtual summer camp for Native American high school students from NM entering 10, 11, and 12th grade. Participants are introduced to college and career opportunities in agriculture, natural resources, engineering, and business. Online registration available.

The Program Replay - Scrappy Hexagon Quilt Along will be held July 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Didn't make it the 1st time around? Here's your chance to replay! Let us have some fun. Call the Lea County Extension Office to sign up.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held July 27 - 28, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days, via Zoom.

Online registration available! Pay with credit card or P-Card only! Fee is $45: NM residents or $90: Out-of-State residents. Deadline: July 16 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!