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Valencia County

Cooperative Extension Service

Provides the people of New Mexico with practical, research-based knowledge and programs to improve their quality of life.

Upcoming Events

Valencia County Extension Master Gardeners (VCEMG) 2026 Yard & Garden Contest

See attached Application for more information and qualifications!

Contest Dates:

  • June 20, 2026*
  • July 25, 2026*
  • August 22, 2026*
  • September 19, 2026*

*Entries Due Via Email3 Days Before Posted Contest Date! | Sign up by emailing: davcoo817@gmail.com

VCEMG 2026 Yard & Garden Contest Application (PDF)


ICAN (Ideas for Cooking & Nutrition) Classes

Learn cooking skills, discover how to save money when buying food, and explore food health & safety!

April through August 2026

Every Wednesday 4:30 pm

YDI 428 Los Lentes Road SE Los Lunas, NM

Free! | Sign up by emailing Katrina Uptain: kuptain@nmsu.edu

ICAN Classes Flyer (PDF)


Contact Us

Valencia County Extension Service
404 Courthouse Road, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Phone: 505-565-3002
Email: valencia@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).