The Pre-License Pesticide Applicators Training will be held Aug. 3 - 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 Aug. 3 - 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 Valencia County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 8.

Please see county website for more information.

Are you interested in trying new or uncommon vegetables?

For the benefit of local farmers and gardeners, the NMSU Extension Vegetable Program is growing types of produce not common to southern New Mexico. We aim to identify new vegetables that the public will enjoy and farmers can grow sustainably.

As a member, you will receive free boxes of produce to take home. All that we ask is for you to fill out a questionnaire about how much you enjoyed the veggies. Distribution of the produce boxes will be Fridays at the Fabian Garcia Research Center (113 New Mexico State Road 101) when the harvest is available.

The Lincoln County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Clovis will be held Aug. 3, 7:30 a.m., 2346 State Road 288.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Field Day - Rex E. Kirksey ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Tucumcari will be held Aug. 3, 4:30 p.m., 6502 Quay Road.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Colfax County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 8. Theme is 200 Years on the Santa Fe Trail.

Please see county website for more information.

The Lea County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

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 Diabetes Program will be held Wednesdays, Aug. 4 - Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Are you at risk of diabetes? Enroll now for the National Diabetes Prevention Program by NMSU Extension. Join our lifestyle change program and decrease your risk for Type 2 diabetes. Take advantage of having a certified National DPP lifestyle coach guide you through an evidence-based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dates: Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, 31; Sep. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20

The Sandoval County Fair will take place Aug. 4 - 7, Sandoval County Fairgrounds.

4-H Fair and Junior Livestock Auction Only! NO full county fair this year. No activities, no food vendors, no vendors, etc.

• Aug. 4 | Livestock Check-In
• Aug. 5 | 10 a.m. - Rabbit, Poultry, Open Livestock Jackpots
• Aug. 6 | 9 a.m. - Swine, Lamb, Goat, Steer shows, Round Robin Showmanship
• Aug. 7 | 11 a.m. - 4-H Jr. Livestock Sale (Leeson Arena)

Please see county website for more information.

The Santa Fe County Fair will take place Aug. 4 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Ready, Set, Grow! Webinar Series will be held Aug. - 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: Aug. 4, 18; Sep. 1, 15; Oct. 6, 20

The Harding County Fair will take place Aug. 5 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Beginning Beekeeping workshop will be held Aug. 5, 6 p.m., Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center, 4920 Rio Grande Blvd. NW.

Joshua O'Halloran, Agriculture Coordinator, will present the basics of beginning beekeeping. Cost is $5 at the door. Please RSVP to help with the space. This event will be in-person only!

The San Juan County Fair will take place Aug. 7 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

The Curry County Fair will take place Aug. 9 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Diabetes Program will be held Tuesdays, Aug. 10 - Oct. 19, 9 to 10 a.m., via Zoom.

Are you at risk of diabetes? Enroll now for the National Diabetes Prevention Program by NMSU Extension. Join our lifestyle change program and decrease your risk for Type 2 diabetes. Take advantage of having a certified National DPP lifestyle coach guide you through an evidence-based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dates: Aug. 10, 17, 24, 31; Sep. 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19

The Torrance County Fair will take place Aug. 10 - 13.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - Sustainable ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Alcalde will be held Aug. 10, 7:30 a.m., 371 Alcalde Street, County Road 40.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Union County Fair will take place Aug. 11 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Mora and San Miguel County Fair will take place Aug. 11 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

Fair Book

The De Baca County Fair will take place Aug. 12 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Quay County Fair will be held Aug. 12 - 14.

Fair booth applications can be picked up at the Quay County Extension Office, 216 E. Center Street, or call to have one emailed to you.

• Aug. 12 | 8 a.m. - Livestock Shows Start
• Aug. 12 | 1 p.m. - Exhibit Hall Opens

The Los Alamos County Fair will take place Aug. 13 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

The TAP Series (The Adjustment Project) will be held Aug. 13, 5 to 6:30 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

The event will feature $2 soft drinks or beers and $4 wine or prosecco with table service and popcorn or Goldfish snacks with purchase of a beverage. Reservations are necessary under COVID-19 compliance.

The Roosevelt County Fair will take place Aug. 16 - 21.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - CLRC (Clayton Livestock Research Center) will be held Aug. 16, 9 a.m., 15 NMSU Lane.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Beef Supply Chain Webinar will be held Aug. 17, 6 to 8 p.m. MST, via Zoom.

The event is free but pre-registration is required. This webinar is intended as a learning opportunity for ranchers, feedlot operators, meat processors, retailers, and consumers. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of beef supply chains emanating from the Western US and incentives for conservation-oriented management in ranching links of the US beef supply chain.

Presentations will cover supply chain research in the Sustainable Southwest Beef Project; the Ranch Systems and Viability Planning (RSVP) network of World Wildlife Fund, Walmart Foundation, Cargill, McDonald’s; McDonald’s beef sustainability program/initiatives; and a panel of ranchers who participate in sustainability-centered programs.

The Field Day - ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Los Lunas will be held Aug. 18, 7:30 a.m., 1036 Miller Road.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Taos County Fair will take place Aug. 19 - 22.

Please see county website for more information.

The Tech Tuesdays: Hybrid Class Series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month, Aug. 24 - Nov. 23, 4 - 5:30 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: Aug. 24; Sep. 28; Oct. 26; Nov. 23

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Aug. 24 - 25, 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: Aug. 13 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Field Day - LPSC (Leyendecker Plant Science Center) will be held Aug. 25, 7 a.m., 7200 Plant Science Circle.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Pressure Canner Check and Canning QA will be held Aug. 25, 1 to 3 p.m., Bernalillo Extension Office, 1510 Menaul Blvd Ext NW. Appointments will be every 15-30 minutes.

Need your pressure canner checked or have specific questions about your canning? Do not hesitate! Set up an appointment to speak with our canning experts.

The NMSU Fit Families/Familias En Forma Program will be held Aug. 26 - Nov. 25, 6 to 7 p.m., via Zoom.

Offered in English and Spanish, the program is free for families with kids between 5 - 12 years of age. The sessions are geared toward family health and wellness, with a focus in positive mental health. Brought to you by NMSU Extension and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico.

Dates: Aug. 26; Sep. 30; Oct. 28; Nov. 25

The Field Day - ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Artesia will be held Aug. 26, 4 p.m., 67 East Dinkus Road.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Hidalgo County Fair will take place Aug. 27 - 29.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - ASC (Agricultural Science Center) Farmington will be held Aug. 30, 9 a.m., 300 County Road 4063.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Socorro County Fair will take place Sep. 1 - 4.

Please see county website for more information.

The McKinley and Cibola, Bio-County Fair, will take place Sep. 2 - 6.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - CRLRC (Corona Range and Livestock Research Center) will be held Sep. 8, 10 a.m., County Road CO2O - #4 University Road (8 miles east of Corona).

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The NM State Fair will take place Sep. 9 - 19.

Please see the NM State Fair website for more information.

The Field Day - (JTHFRC) John T. Harrington Forestry Research Center will be held Sep. 10, Time TBA, 3021 Highway 518.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The Lets Get Cooking! Hybrid Class Series will be held on the third Tuesday of every month Sep. 21 - 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: Sep. 21; Oct. 19; Nov. 9; Dec. 14

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Sep. 21 - 22, 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: Sep. 10 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Otero County Fair will take place Sep. 22 - 26.

Please see county website for more information.

The Grant County Fair will take place Sep. 22 - 26.

Please see county website for more information.

The Field Day - (FGRC) Fabian Garcia Research Center will be held Sep. 22, 8 a.m., 113 West University Avenue.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

Homecoming 2021 will be held Sep. 23 - 25.

Join us for Homecoming! All events are open to the public, but some have limited seating and require registration. Register for the ACES Homecoming breakfast by Sep. 17.

Activities Include:

• Sep. 23 | 4 p.m. - Sam Steel Welcome Ceremony; Gerald Thomas Hall, inside tent by windmill

• Sep. 24 | 8 a.m. - ACES Homecoming Breakfast; Gerald Thomas Hall, inside tent by windmill

For the complete list of activities, please visit the ACES Homecoming website.

The Southern NM State Fair will take place Sep. 28 - Oct. 3.

Please see the Southern NM State Fair website for more information.

The Eastern NM State Fair will take place Oct. 4 - 9.

Please see the Eastern NM State Fair website for more information.

The Sierra County Fair will take place Oct. 6 - 10.

Please see county website for more information.

The Southwestern NM State Fair will take place Oct. 6 - 10.

Please see the Southwestern NM State Fair website for more information.

The Field Day - (CDRRC) Chihuahuan Desert Rangeland Research Center will be held Oct. 8, 9 a.m., County Road E709.

Most ACES Science Centers host field days each year in the late summer or fall. The events consist of research presentations, demonstrations, and activities for the community.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Oct. 26 - 27, 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: Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Outreach Conference will be held Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Corbett Center.

Conference Objectives:

• Demonstrate Outreach Collaborations, Achievements, and Future Opportunities for Collaborations
• Documenting Outreach Impacts for Leads 2025 and Faculty and Staff Evaluations

The CES In-Service will be held Jan. 5 - 7.

More details forthcoming!

The Pre-License Pesticide Applicators Training will be held Aug. 3 - 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 Aug. 3 - 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 Valencia County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 8.

Please see county website for more information.

Are you interested in trying new or uncommon vegetables?

For the benefit of local farmers and gardeners, the NMSU Extension Vegetable Program is growing types of produce not common to southern New Mexico. We aim to identify new vegetables that the public will enjoy and farmers can grow sustainably.

As a member, you will receive free boxes of produce to take home. All that we ask is for you to fill out a questionnaire about how much you enjoyed the veggies. Distribution of the produce boxes will be Fridays at the Fabian Garcia Research Center (113 New Mexico State Road 101) when the harvest is available.

The Lincoln County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Colfax County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 8. Theme is 200 Years on the Santa Fe Trail.

Please see county website for more information.

The Lea County Fair will take place Aug. 3 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

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 Diabetes Program will be held Wednesdays, Aug. 4 - Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Are you at risk of diabetes? Enroll now for the National Diabetes Prevention Program by NMSU Extension. Join our lifestyle change program and decrease your risk for Type 2 diabetes. Take advantage of having a certified National DPP lifestyle coach guide you through an evidence-based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dates: Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, 31; Sep. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20

The Sandoval County Fair will take place Aug. 4 - 7, Sandoval County Fairgrounds.

4-H Fair and Junior Livestock Auction Only! NO full county fair this year. No activities, no food vendors, no vendors, etc.

• Aug. 4 | Livestock Check-In
• Aug. 5 | 10 a.m. - Rabbit, Poultry, Open Livestock Jackpots
• Aug. 6 | 9 a.m. - Swine, Lamb, Goat, Steer shows, Round Robin Showmanship
• Aug. 7 | 11 a.m. - 4-H Jr. Livestock Sale (Leeson Arena)

Please see county website for more information.

The Santa Fe County Fair will take place Aug. 4 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Ready, Set, Grow! Webinar Series will be held Aug. - 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: Aug. 4, 18; Sep. 1, 15; Oct. 6, 20

The Harding County Fair will take place Aug. 5 - 7.

Please see county website for more information.

The Beginning Beekeeping workshop will be held Aug. 5, 6 p.m., Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center, 4920 Rio Grande Blvd. NW.

Joshua O'Halloran, Agriculture Coordinator, will present the basics of beginning beekeeping. Cost is $5 at the door. Please RSVP to help with the space. This event will be in-person only!

The San Juan County Fair will take place Aug. 7 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

The Curry County Fair will take place Aug. 9 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Diabetes Program will be held Tuesdays, Aug. 10 - Oct. 19, 9 to 10 a.m., via Zoom.

Are you at risk of diabetes? Enroll now for the National Diabetes Prevention Program by NMSU Extension. Join our lifestyle change program and decrease your risk for Type 2 diabetes. Take advantage of having a certified National DPP lifestyle coach guide you through an evidence-based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dates: Aug. 10, 17, 24, 31; Sep. 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19

The Torrance County Fair will take place Aug. 10 - 13.

Please see county website for more information.

The Union County Fair will take place Aug. 11 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Mora and San Miguel County Fair will take place Aug. 11 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

Fair Book

The De Baca County Fair will take place Aug. 12 - 14.

Please see county website for more information.

The Quay County Fair will be held Aug. 12 - 14.

Fair booth applications can be picked up at the Quay County Extension Office, 216 E. Center Street, or call to have one emailed to you.

• Aug. 12 | 8 a.m. - Livestock Shows Start
• Aug. 12 | 1 p.m. - Exhibit Hall Opens

The Los Alamos County Fair will take place Aug. 13 - 15.

Please see county website for more information.

The TAP Series (The Adjustment Project) will be held Aug. 13, 5 to 6:30 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.

The event will feature $2 soft drinks or beers and $4 wine or prosecco with table service and popcorn or Goldfish snacks with purchase of a beverage. Reservations are necessary under COVID-19 compliance.

The Roosevelt County Fair will take place Aug. 16 - 21.

Please see county website for more information.

The Beef Supply Chain Webinar will be held Aug. 17, 6 to 8 p.m. MST, via Zoom.

The event is free but pre-registration is required. This webinar is intended as a learning opportunity for ranchers, feedlot operators, meat processors, retailers, and consumers. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of beef supply chains emanating from the Western US and incentives for conservation-oriented management in ranching links of the US beef supply chain.

Presentations will cover supply chain research in the Sustainable Southwest Beef Project; the Ranch Systems and Viability Planning (RSVP) network of World Wildlife Fund, Walmart Foundation, Cargill, McDonald’s; McDonald’s beef sustainability program/initiatives; and a panel of ranchers who participate in sustainability-centered programs.

The Taos County Fair will take place Aug. 19 - 22.

Please see county website for more information.

The Tech Tuesdays: Hybrid Class Series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month, Aug. 24 - Nov. 23, 4 - 5:30 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: Aug. 24; Sep. 28; Oct. 26; Nov. 23

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Aug. 24 - 25, 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: Aug. 13 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Pressure Canner Check and Canning QA will be held Aug. 25, 1 to 3 p.m., Bernalillo Extension Office, 1510 Menaul Blvd Ext NW. Appointments will be every 15-30 minutes.

Need your pressure canner checked or have specific questions about your canning? Do not hesitate! Set up an appointment to speak with our canning experts.

The NMSU Fit Families/Familias En Forma Program will be held Aug. 26 - Nov. 25, 6 to 7 p.m., via Zoom.

Offered in English and Spanish, the program is free for families with kids between 5 - 12 years of age. The sessions are geared toward family health and wellness, with a focus in positive mental health. Brought to you by NMSU Extension and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico.

Dates: Aug. 26; Sep. 30; Oct. 28; Nov. 25

The Hidalgo County Fair will take place Aug. 27 - 29.

Please see county website for more information.

The Socorro County Fair will take place Sep. 1 - 4.

Please see county website for more information.

The McKinley and Cibola, Bio-County Fair, will take place Sep. 2 - 6.

Please see county website for more information.

The NM State Fair will take place Sep. 9 - 19.

Please see the NM State Fair website for more information.

The Lets Get Cooking! Hybrid Class Series will be held on the third Tuesday of every month Sep. 21 - 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: Sep. 21; Oct. 19; Nov. 9; Dec. 14

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Sep. 21 - 22, 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: Sep. 10 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Otero County Fair will take place Sep. 22 - 26.

Please see county website for more information.

The Grant County Fair will take place Sep. 22 - 26.

Please see county website for more information.

Homecoming 2021 will be held Sep. 23 - 25.

Join us for Homecoming! All events are open to the public, but some have limited seating and require registration. Register for the ACES Homecoming breakfast by Sep. 17.

Activities Include:

• Sep. 23 | 4 p.m. - Sam Steel Welcome Ceremony; Gerald Thomas Hall, inside tent by windmill

• Sep. 24 | 8 a.m. - ACES Homecoming Breakfast; Gerald Thomas Hall, inside tent by windmill

For the complete list of activities, please visit the ACES Homecoming website.

The Southern NM State Fair will take place Sep. 28 - Oct. 3.

Please see the Southern NM State Fair website for more information.

The Eastern NM State Fair will take place Oct. 4 - 9.

Please see the Eastern NM State Fair website for more information.

The Sierra County Fair will take place Oct. 6 - 10.

Please see county website for more information.

The Southwestern NM State Fair will take place Oct. 6 - 10.

Please see the Southwestern NM State Fair website for more information.

The PSA (Produce Safety Alliance) Grower Training will be held Oct. 26 - 27, 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: Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. Registration is limited, register today!

The Outreach Conference will be held Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Corbett Center.

Conference Objectives:

• Demonstrate Outreach Collaborations, Achievements, and Future Opportunities for Collaborations
• Documenting Outreach Impacts for Leads 2025 and Faculty and Staff Evaluations

The CES In-Service will be held Jan. 5 - 7.

More details forthcoming!