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Resources for Farmers and Ranchers
Councils and Associations
- New Mexico Apple Council: Information on membership, cooperative marketing and distribution of NM grown apples, events and workshops, and tips for orchard production.
- The New Mexico Beef Council: Learn about their marketing programs to enhance the profitability of beef production in New Mexico.
- The New Mexico Beekeepers Association: Learn about beekeeping seminars, workshops, meetings and more.
- The New Mexico Cattle Growers Association: Learn about their programs for promoting the New Mexico cattle industry and membership opportunities.
- New Mexico Farmers Marketing Association: Information on New Mexico farmers markets, direct marketing, and more.
- New Mexico Wine Growers Association: An organization dedicated to promoting New Mexico wineries and wine products.
- Quivira Coalition: Learn about their approach called the New Ranch, which includes progressive ranch management, riparian and upland restoration, and much more. They offer a variety of publications, workshops, and programs in addition to an annual conference.
- Southwest Grassfed Livestock Alliance: An alliance of producers, consumers, land managers, conservationists, and researchers working to improve the health of people, livestock and the land through the promotion of grassfed livestock.
- The New Mexico Wool Growers Inc.
(505) 247-0584, nmwgi@nmagriculture.org
Organic Certification
Irrigation and Water
NM Cooperative Extensions
Farmland Preservation
Other Local Resources
- Farm to School: A program of Farm to Table that promotes local food, agriculture, and nutrition education in schools.
- Farm to Table: An organization working to promote locally based agriculture through a variety of programs.
- New Mexico Agri-Cultura Network (American Friends Service Committee): Training beginning farmers in organic food production for institutional buyers such as the public schools.
- New Mexico Association of Food Banks: Learn about donating crops and help address hunger issues in New Mexico.
- New Mexico Department of Agriculture: Information on NMDA programs, licensing, inspections and more.
- New Mexico Farmer to Farmer Training Program (American Friends Service Committee): Provides comprehensive hands-on farmer-to-farmer training.
- New Mexico Food and Agriculture Policy Council: A collaborative organization working on a variety of food and agriculture related issues in New Mexico.
- South Valley Economic Development Center: Learn about their business incubator, commercial kitchen, and other programs and services.
- New Mexico Native Bee Pollinator Project: The NM Pollinator Project is identifying potentially important crop pollinating native bees in New Mexico, and works to preserve, increase, and where possible, to manage native bee populations.
- Southwest Marketing Network: A program that works to expand markets for small scale, alternative, and minority producers in the Southwest.
National Resources
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Resources for Gardeners
Existing Community Gardens
New Mexico Cooperative Extensions
Other Local Resources
- ABQ Urban Chicken Keeping Group, on Duke City Fix: Chat and connect with other Albuquerque area chicken keepers.
- Albuquerque Area Master Gardener's: The Master Gardener's are a great source for information. You can also go through thier training program and become a master gardener yourself.
- American Friends Service Committee - Albuquerque: AFSC New Mexico creates economic viability through the training of small farmers in sustainable agricultural practices, thereby protecting land and water rights and traditional cultural practices.
- Bernalillo County Extension Master Composters: Master Composters teach classes on the science, materials and methods of home composting which are free to the community.
- Desert Blooms: A website containing tips and resources for gardeners in New Mexico, developed by the NMSUCollege of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.
- Gardener's Guild: Offering education, community, empowerment, and a variety of services to urban growers. Visit them online and join Garden Exchange ABQ.
- Grow It Yourself Online Map: The MRCOG Agriculture Collaborative created a series of Local Food Maps to help you find local resources related to gardening and small scale food production.
- New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension: The NMSU Cooperative Extension offers a great listing of online publications related to gardening and small scale food production. You can also contact your county Cooperative Extension at the links below.
- Urban Beekeepers Group, on Duke City Fix: Chat and connect with other Albuquerque area beekeepers.
- Urban Farming Group, on Duke City Fix: Chat and connect with other Albuquerque area urban farmers.
- Urban Store: They sell products and services in support of a sustainable lifestyle. Located in Nob Hill.
- Roof Reliant Landscaping, a free digital book via the Office of the State Engineer, authored by Nate Downey.
National Resources
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Resources for Consumers and Buyers
Local CSA's
(Below is a brief list - Please visit the New Mexico Farmers' Markets website for the most current information)
Local Growers & Producers
Other Local Resources
National Resources
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Resources for Food Processors
Food Processing Permits
Small Business Planning
- WESST, Accion New Mexico, and the Loan Fund: Organizations that offer entrepreneurial services for small businesses in New Mexico, such as business planning, marketing tools, and loans.
- South Valley Economic Development Center : A small business incubator with a fully equipped commercial kitchen. They also assist with small business planning.
- Albuquerque SCORE: A volunteer organization that offers free business counseling, and low cost workshops.
Other Local Resources
National Resources
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Resources for Chefs and Food Service Providers
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Resources Regarding School Food & Farm to School
Local School Gardens
Local Resources
National Resources
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General Interest
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Educational Opportunities (organizations offering workshops, classes, etc)
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Partner/Supporting Organizations
Primary Partners
Supporting Organizations
List of partners and sponsors from past food festivals:
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Mid Region Council of Governments