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Cooperative Extension Service

Major Program Areas

Objective, research-based, and credible
information to improve your daily life.

Announcements

Wildfire Resources
Large Wasps in New Mexico - We do NOT have the "Murder Hornets" in New Mexico. Most likely you are seeing a 'Cicada Killer' which is common in this area and targets cicadas. Please read the publication link Guide H-175: Large Wasps in New Mexico.

Job Openings
- FCS Agent emphasis in Food Preservation and Food Systems - closes Oct. 15. Apply online only - NMSU Portal

Agents in Office
- The Agents are working in the office or out in the community. Please call ahead for their availability or make an appointment directly with the agents.

Plant Samples and Site Visits
- Plant Samples are best received before Wednesday at noon. The office is scheduling site visits, please call 505-243-1386 or email bernalillo@nmsu.edu for an appointment. Also please send pictures of plants or insects to bernalillo@nmsu.edu or the Master Gardener Hotline.

Upcoming Webinars, Events, & Classes

Health, Wellness, Food

Mind Matters: Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience - Learn the skills and strategies to take charge of what life throws at you!
- Feb. 14 - May 2, 2023 (Tuesdays) from 9 -10 am
- To register, call 505-243-1386 or email bernalillo@nmsu.edu.

Healthy Living for the Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research - Discussions include diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, social engagement, and know the warning signs of Alzheimer’s and how to benefit from early detection and diagnosis.
- Mar. 29, 2023 from 9 - 10:30 am
- To register, call 505-243-1386 or email bernalillo@nmsu.edu.

Garden, Farm

Ready, Set, Grow Webinar Series - The 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 3 pm.
Produce Safety Alliance Webinar - 2023 dates available; 8 am - 12:30 pm both days. Cost $45 for NM residents.
Composting Classes: Learn about composting in New Mexico's high desert climate from the Bernalillo County Extension Master Composters.
- Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120.
- To register, RSVP online:
  - Feb. 25: Sheet, Pit, and Trench Composting
  - Mar. 18: Home Composting Basics
  - Apr. 8: Improving Desert Garden Soil

Note:

All class times are listed as Mountain Time Zone unless otherwise stated
Auxiliary Assistance if you are in need of any auxiliary assistance to participate in an extension program, please contact the event organizer to arrange services prior to the event.

Please download our FCS Winter 2023 Brochure.

Contact Us

NMSU-Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service
1510 Menaul Blvd Ext NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone: 505-243-1386 844-409-0562 (Toll Free)
Fax: 505-243-1545
Email: bernalillo@nmsu.edu
URL: https://bernalilloextension.nmsu.edu