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Agronomic Crop and Improved Pasture System Development (Chaves County)
Plan Goals
Improve the sustainability and production potential of agronomic crops and improved pastures in Chaves County 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
Impact Reports
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.
Pesticide CEU Workshop
The agent conducted a Pesticide Applicator License Continuing Education Workshop to assist New Mexico pesticide license holders in securing continuing education for their pesticide licenses. Topics included “Control and Management of Noxious Weeds”, “Review of Pesticide Safety”, “Management and Control of Feral Hogs”, “Brush and Weed Control Basics”, and “Update on Biocontrol of Salt Cedar in New Mexico”. A total of 39 persons attended the workshop, while 29 of the attendees received five CEU’s, making it possible to renew their pesticide license for the licensing period. All persons gained knowledge of pesticide laws and regulations, weed and insect management, safety, and application. Agricultural producers gained information about these subjects to enable them to be safe and knowledgeable pesticide applicators. License holders can significantly reduce pesticide application costs by applying pesticides themselves.
The agent conducted a Pesticide Applicator License Continuing Education Workshop to assist New Mexico pesticide license holders in securing continuing education for their pesticide licenses. Topics included “Control and Management of Noxious Weeds”, “Review of Pesticide Safety”, “Management and Control of Feral Hogs”, “Brush and Weed Control Basics”, and “Update on Biocontrol of Salt Cedar in New Mexico”. A total of 39 persons attended the workshop, while 29 of the attendees received five CEU’s, making it possible to renew their pesticide license for the licensing period. All persons gained knowledge of pesticide laws and regulations, weed and insect management, safety, and application. Agricultural producers gained information about these subjects to enable them to be safe and knowledgeable pesticide applicators. License holders can significantly reduce pesticide application costs by applying pesticides themselves.
Corn Workshop
Over 16,000 acres of cropland in Chaves County is in production to grow corn for silage to feed area dairy animals. To assist growers in maximizing the production of their corn crop, the agent worked with NMSU’s extension specialists to host a free workshop for area farmers. Topics covered included the agronomy of corn, weed control, soil fertility, tillage and soil health management, diseases and pest control, corn cropping systems, and corn silage management and were presented by seven NMSU extension specialists. Time was also designated during the program for industry updates. Two continuing education units were given to those attendees who had a pesticide applicator license through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture. Chaves County Farm and Livestock Bureau graciously provided a noon meal for the group. Twenty-nine persons attended the program to improve their knowledge of corn production. Comments from the evaluations collected from the audience rated the workshop a four out of five with the topics of “tillage and soil health management” and the “disease and pest control” being most useful to the participants. One producer commented, “Great workshop! Very informative.”
Over 16,000 acres of cropland in Chaves County is in production to grow corn for silage to feed area dairy animals. To assist growers in maximizing the production of their corn crop, the agent worked with NMSU’s extension specialists to host a free workshop for area farmers. Topics covered included the agronomy of corn, weed control, soil fertility, tillage and soil health management, diseases and pest control, corn cropping systems, and corn silage management and were presented by seven NMSU extension specialists. Time was also designated during the program for industry updates. Two continuing education units were given to those attendees who had a pesticide applicator license through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture. Chaves County Farm and Livestock Bureau graciously provided a noon meal for the group. Twenty-nine persons attended the program to improve their knowledge of corn production. Comments from the evaluations collected from the audience rated the workshop a four out of five with the topics of “tillage and soil health management” and the “disease and pest control” being most useful to the participants. One producer commented, “Great workshop! Very informative.”