The On Farm Readiness Review (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).

Request form is open and available.

The Livestock Tag-In Dates will be held May 28, 8 to 10 a.m., Logan A. Farm for Lambs, Goats, and Pigs.

All Quay County Junior Livestock exhibitors will be required to tag-in their animals at the designated tag-in days only. All animals must attend tag-in to be entered into fairs. No exceptions! Please designate someone to bring your animals if you are unable to attend. Bring your bill of sale and if they are from out of state, they will need veterinary inspection papers and must be branded. The 4-H brand will be available to use at the tag-in. If they have an existing brand, a letter from the breeder stating you can use their brand will work. Cost of tags are $3.50 each.

The WALC event will be held May 28 - 30, 1 p.m., Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown, 2600 Louisiana Blvd NE.

Registration: $130 for adults; $50 for young ladies (in college); and $50 for young ladies (ages 14-18). The focus will be on personal development leadership. Participants will sharpen their rowels on etiquette, selling yourself, time management, organization, a great tour and so much more. Attendees will leave with tangible tools and resources to help them be the best version of themselves.

The Strong Seniors Stay Young program will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 28 - July 17, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Mesaland's Community College, Room A-219.

The $20 fee is due at the first class. Spaces are limited. Please come by Quay CES to pick up your enrollment packet.

The Windmill Technology Workshop will be held May 29 - June 1, 12 to 12 p.m., NMSU Main Campus.

Join us for a comprehensive training workshop in traditional windmill water lifting applications. Early registration is $250 before May 27; late registration will increase to $275.

The Livestock Tag-In Dates will be held May 30, 4 to 7 p.m., San Jon for Lambs, Goats, and Pigs.

All Quay County Junior Livestock exhibitors will be required to tag-in their animals at the designated tag-in days only. All animals must attend tag-in to be entered into fairs. No exceptions! Please designate someone to bring your animals if you are unable to attend. Bring your bill of sale and if they are from out of state, they will need veterinary inspection papers and must be branded. The 4-H brand will be available to use at the tag-in. If they have an existing brand, a letter from the breeder stating you can use their brand will work. Cost of tags are $3.50 each.

The Livestock Tag-In Dates will be held May 31, 8 to 10 a.m., Quay County Fairgrounds for Lambs, Goats, and Pigs.

All Quay County Junior Livestock exhibitors will be required to tag-in their animals at the designated tag-in days only. All animals must attend tag-in to be entered into fairs. No exceptions! Please designate someone to bring your animals if you are unable to attend. Bring your bill of sale and if they are from out of state, they will need veterinary inspection papers and must be branded. The 4-H brand will be available to use at the tag-in. If they have an existing brand, a letter from the breeder stating you can use their brand will work. Cost of tags are $3.50 each.

The 1st Saturday Walk will be held June 1, 8 to 9 a.m., Dunn Park, 4th and Washington.

Bring an Emergency Responder with you!

The Learning Games Lab will host summer sessions, June 3 - Aug. 2, Gerald Thomas Hall, Rm. 173.

Lab consultants will participate in game design and multimedia activities, play games in development, and give our developers feedback to improve design.

Session dates (grades as of Fall 2019):

• June 3 - 7 - 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (6 - 8 grades)
• July 8 - 12 - 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (6 - 8 grades)
• July 15 - 19 - 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (6 - 8 grades)
• July 29 - Aug. 2 - 1 to 4:30 p.m. (9 - 12 grades)

The Summer Raised Bed Gardening Workshop will be held June 5, 6 to 8 p.m., Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center, 4920 Rio Grande Blvd NW.

Learn summer care of raised bed, planting, soil, watering, timing, harvest, and vegetables. John Garlisch, Ag Extension Agent, will teach the class. Dress for outdoor weather. Cost is $5.

The NM Youth Ranch Management Camp will be held June 9 - 14, CS Cattle Company’s ranch at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range.

Youth ages 15-19 should apply for a life-changing experience where they will be introduced to the many aspects of running a ranch, from financial statements and marketing strategies to producing quality beef and managing natural resources and wildlife. Online registration deadline is April 12. Visit NMYRM for more information and to register.

The Horsemanship Camp will be held June 10 - Aug. 2, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., NMSU Equine Education Center, 750 Stewart Street.

Registration is $300 and includes all necessary equipment, snacks, and t-shirt. Participants will learn horsemanship skills and techniques with an emphasis on safety and fun! It will be a great week with lots of time in the saddle. Camp is geared toward youth ages 7-13 and will include hands on activities learning about equine health, nutrition, anatomy, and how to ride.

The Healthy Cuisine Cooking Classes will be held Tuesdays, June 11 - Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Peralta Methodist Church, Community Education Bldg, 25 Wesley Road.

The classes focus on lowering sugar, salt, and/or fat in the diet! A $10 participation fee covers handouts, supplies, and lunch!

1. June 11 - Healthy Breakfast/Brunch Ideas (RSVP by June 6)
2. Aug. 6 - Healthy Greek/Mediterranean Cuisine (RSVP by Aug. 1)
3. Sep. 17 - Healthy Asian Cuisine (RSVP by Sep. 12)
4. Oct. 1 - Healthy Holiday Meals (RSVP by Sep. 26)

Everyone needs the chance to wind down on Friday afternoons! And it can be done so in a friendly and fun environment at The Adjustment Project (TAP).

Join us, once a month, at 100 West Cafe from 5 to 7 p.m. for a cash bar of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages at modest prices. Appetizers are complimentary with a purchase of a beverage. All proceeds will benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

Parking: Please park in the lot off Knox St. across from (west of) Gerald Thomas Hall. Parking is free after 4:30 pm for our dinners and TAP series.

The Sandia Seed Stewards Training - Seed School in a Day will be held June 14, 5:30 to 8 p.m. and June 15, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Bernalillo County Extension Office, 1510 Menaul Blvd.

Join us for our first seed steward training. Learn from local seed savers about basic seed biology, selection, harvesting, cleaning, and storage. Training cost is $45 cash at the door. Space is limited to 30 participants.

The next Listening Session will be held June 17, 6 p.m., McGee Park.

Additional sessions scheduled are:

• July 17 - Time, TBA, Eddy County Fairgrounds, Artesia

The Extension Association of NM (EANM) monthly meeting will be held June 19, 9:30 a.m., Belen Masonic Hall.

Meetings are free and open to the public. This month's topic is: Route 66.

The 4-H | State Conference will be held July 8 - 11, NMSU Main Campus.

The Conference consists of contests, workshops, evening sessions, awards ceremony, and the election of new State Officers.

The Western Region Joint Summer Meeting will be held July 8 - 11, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hotel Chaco, 2000 Bellamah Avenue NW.

Joint meeting of Western Region Agricultural Experiment Station Directors, Cooperative Extension Service Directors, Academic Program Directors, Deans of Agriculture, and CARET representatives, and companions.

Everyone needs the chance to wind down on Friday afternoons! And it can be done so in a friendly and fun environment at The Adjustment Project (TAP).

Join us, once a month, at 100 West Cafe from 5 to 7 p.m. for a cash bar of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages at modest prices. Appetizers are complimentary with a purchase of a beverage. All proceeds will benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

Parking: Please park in the lot off Knox St. across from (west of) Gerald Thomas Hall. Parking is free after 4:30 pm for our dinners and TAP series.

The 4-H | Quay County State Horse Show will be held July 19 - 20. Entry deadline is July 5.

Further details coming soon!

The Animal and Range Science Camp will be held July 22 - 26, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Knox Hall, 2980 South Espina Street.

This is a week long program designed for 7th to 10th graders. Students will engage in hands-on learning opportunities with current students and faculty. Workshops will cover a variety of topics including anatomy, nutrition, reproduction, and range science.

The 4-H | Quay County Rodeo will be held July 26 - 27. Rodeo entry deadline is July 12.

Further details coming soon!

The Annual Field Day for Tucumcari will be held Aug. 8, registration at 4:30 p.m. with a catered dinner at 5:30 pm., Agricultural Science Center at Tucumcari.

The dinner program will feature a guest speaker. After dinner, a hay ride is planned to see our ongoing research projects. Refreshments will be served following the hay ride.

Everyone needs the chance to wind down on Friday afternoons! And it can be done so in a friendly and fun environment at The Adjustment Project (TAP).

Join us, once a month, at 100 West Cafe from 5 to 7 p.m. for a cash bar of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages at modest prices. Appetizers are complimentary with a purchase of a beverage. All proceeds will benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

Parking: Please park in the lot off Knox St. across from (west of) Gerald Thomas Hall. Parking is free after 4:30 pm for our dinners and TAP series.

The Quay County Fair will be held Aug. 14 - 17.

Further details coming soon!

The Extension Association of NM (EANM) monthly meeting will be held Aug. 21, 9:30 a.m., Belen Masonic Hall.

Meetings are free and open to the public. This month's topic is: Caring for the Caregiver.

The Hidalgo County Fair will be held Aug. 22 - 25.

More information is forthcoming!

The Specialty Cooking Classes will be held Thursdays, Aug. 29 - Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Peralta Methodist Church, Community Education Bldg, 25 Wesley Road.

The classes focuses on gaining skill or understanding of specific cuisines or food preparation methods. A $10 participation fee covers handouts, supplies, and lunch!

1. Aug. 29 - Iron Chef (RSVP by Aug. 26)
2. Nov. 14 - Holiday Tea (RSVP by Nov. 11)
3. Dec. 5 - EASY Candy Making (RSVP by Dec. 2)

The Extension Association of NM (EANM) monthly meeting will be held Sep. 18, 10 a.m., Jarales.

Meetings are free and open to the public. This month's topic is: Valencia Flour Mill Tour.

The 2019 Homecoming celebrations will be held Oct. 3 - 5.

The week's activities end with the Homecoming football game Saturday, Oct. 5, against the Liberty University Flames.

The Extension Association of NM (EANM) monthly meeting will be held Oct. 16, 9:30 a.m., Belen Masonic Hall.

Meetings are free and open to the public. This month's topic is: ABO.

The WAF Conference will be held Nov. 19 - 21, 8 am. to 5 p.m.

Further details forthcoming!

The Extension Association of NM (EANM) monthly meeting will be held Nov. 20, 9:30 a.m., Belen Masonic Hall.

Meetings are free and open to the public. This month's topic is: Christmas Ideas.

The CES In-Service will be held Jan. 15 - 17.

The Extension In-Service is for agents and specialists and will provide an excellent opportunity not only for subject matter training but also the opportunity to network with colleagues.

More information is forthcoming!