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Agronomic Crop and Improved Pasture System Development
Plan Goals
Improve the sustainability and production potential of agronomic crops and improved pastures in order to improve the soil tilth, yield capability, crop or forage quality as well as the economic and environmental benefits to the land users.
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Agronomic Crop and Improved Pasture System Development (Chaves County)
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Agronomic Crop and Improved Pasture System Development (Valencia County)
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Impact Reports
Soil Temperatures
For years, the Chaves County Extension Office has performed a public service for the area by monitoring and publicizing soil temperatures in the spring to advise farmers on temperatures for planting. Gardeners and other home owners are now interested in this information and our office fields numerous phone calls about soil temperatures during the spring time. Six area farmers take soils temperatures each morning, Monday through Friday, for about 4 weeks, and call those temperatures into the office so that the numbers can be averaged and sent to the local media. The information is sent to 4 radio companies, 2 TV stations, and 1 newspaper. The information is also posted on our extension office website, along with historical data from the past three years.
For years, the Chaves County Extension Office has performed a public service for the area by monitoring and publicizing soil temperatures in the spring to advise farmers on temperatures for planting. Gardeners and other home owners are now interested in this information and our office fields numerous phone calls about soil temperatures during the spring time. Six area farmers take soils temperatures each morning, Monday through Friday, for about 4 weeks, and call those temperatures into the office so that the numbers can be averaged and sent to the local media. The information is sent to 4 radio companies, 2 TV stations, and 1 newspaper. The information is also posted on our extension office website, along with historical data from the past three years.
Pesticide Applicator’s Training
The Chaves County Extension Office again served as host to a pesticide training that was broadcast via polycom from New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs. The agent coordinated with the Extension Pesticide Training and Certification Specialist to assure that logistics of the program were completed. One individual attended the day-long training at the Chaves County Extension Office and obtained continuing education for his commercial pesticide license.
The Chaves County Extension Office again served as host to a pesticide training that was broadcast via polycom from New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs. The agent coordinated with the Extension Pesticide Training and Certification Specialist to assure that logistics of the program were completed. One individual attended the day-long training at the Chaves County Extension Office and obtained continuing education for his commercial pesticide license.
Integrated Pest Management Program
The Extension Integrated Pest Management Specialist traveled to Roswell to present pertinent information on “Integrated Pest Management in Schools” at New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI). Twelve persons from NMMI, the City of Roswell, Roswell Independent School District, Chaves County, Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell, and one local hospital attended and gained specific information on handling pest issues in schools. Topics covered included health issues, cultural controls, pest monitoring and identification, costs, New Mexico School Board rules, and school IPM opportunities. A tour of the NMMI facilities was taken by the group to discuss problems and solutions that are encountered in school settings. The agent assisted with the program and was recognized as a local contact for additional assistance.
The Extension Integrated Pest Management Specialist traveled to Roswell to present pertinent information on “Integrated Pest Management in Schools” at New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI). Twelve persons from NMMI, the City of Roswell, Roswell Independent School District, Chaves County, Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell, and one local hospital attended and gained specific information on handling pest issues in schools. Topics covered included health issues, cultural controls, pest monitoring and identification, costs, New Mexico School Board rules, and school IPM opportunities. A tour of the NMMI facilities was taken by the group to discuss problems and solutions that are encountered in school settings. The agent assisted with the program and was recognized as a local contact for additional assistance.
Pesticide Stewardship Information
The agent gave a pesticide safety presentation in Hondo for the Upper Hondo Cooperative Weed Management Area. At the end of the day, nine persons had gained pesticide stewardship information that allowed them to be safer, more efficient herbicide applicators.
The agent gave a pesticide safety presentation in Hondo for the Upper Hondo Cooperative Weed Management Area. At the end of the day, nine persons had gained pesticide stewardship information that allowed them to be safer, more efficient herbicide applicators.
Pesticide Safety Training
The agent assisted the City of Roswell’s Spring River Zoo staff with their annual Pest Control Continuing Education Workshop. The session was designed for individuals who currently hold a pesticide license to obtain continuing education units for pesticide license renewal. The agent presented a program on “Pesticide Safety.” Approximately 34 attendees gained knowledge of safe pesticide use and storage to enable them to be safer, more knowledgeable pesticide handlers.
The agent assisted the City of Roswell’s Spring River Zoo staff with their annual Pest Control Continuing Education Workshop. The session was designed for individuals who currently hold a pesticide license to obtain continuing education units for pesticide license renewal. The agent presented a program on “Pesticide Safety.” Approximately 34 attendees gained knowledge of safe pesticide use and storage to enable them to be safer, more knowledgeable pesticide handlers.