Provides the people of New Mexico with practical, research-based knowledge and programs to improve their quality of life.
A hands-on learning experience to learn how pressure canning works, etc!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Peralta Methodist Church 25 Wesley Road Peralta, NM
$5.00 lab fee and RSVP required to attend by Tuesday, Sept. 15th
A hands-on homesteading experience where we turn sourdough into delicious pretzels and pair them with homemade dips!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Valencia County CES Office 404 Courthouse Road Los Lunas, NM
RSVP required to attend by Monday, Oct. 5th
The Great Pretzel Twist & Dip Workshop Flyer
Discover the art of making sausage at home with this hands-on homesteading workshop!
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Valencia County CES Office 404 Courthouse Road Los Lunas, NM
RSVP required to attend by Thursday, Oct. 15th
Grind, Season, Cure: A Homemade Sausage Experience Flyer
A fun, hands-on class to learn how to make easy, delicious treats for holiday gatherings or gift giving!
Monday, November 9, 2026 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Valencia CES Office 404 Courthouse Road Los Lunas, NM
RSVP required to attend by Wednesday, Nov. 4th
Simply Sweets for Gift Giving Flyer
Learn cooking skills, discover how to save money when buying food, and explore food health & safety!
Free! | Sign up by emailing Katrina Uptain: kuptain@nmsu.edu.
County Program Director & Agricultural Agent: Sierra Cain
Administrative Secretary: Brenda Velasquez
FCS/4-H Agent: Crystal Garcia-Anaya
ICAN Nutrition Educator: Katrina Uptain
POSITION VACANT: 4-H/Youth Development Agent: valencia@nmsu.edu
Please feel free to reach out to us at anytime with any questions, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (we do close for lunch daily and observe all county holidays).
