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NM ski season kicks off Saturday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:43:08 GMT

It's just about ski season in New Mexico, with Sipapu opening Saturday and Red River opening next Wednesday. Ski New Mexico's George Brooks previews what the season will be like.

Black Friday at Cottonwood Mall

Paulette Mastio — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:40 GMT

Bright and early on Friday, Nov. 27, Cottonwood Mall will open at 5 a.m. for Black Friday, the official start of the holiday shopping season.

‘Chileman’ honored for service to state

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:02:28 GMT

Even in New Mexico, it’s rare to find someone with a front license plate that reads “Chileman.”

Christmas tree cutting in Cibola Forest

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:57:09 GMT

Cut down your own Christmas tree in the Cibola National Forest, it is a great way to spend a day in the forest with family and friends.

Economy dishes good Thanksgiving news

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:58:14 GMT

If you've been stressing about how much it's going to cost you to cook Thanksgiving dinner this year, a new survey from the American Farm Bureau Federation may offer a sigh of relief.

Late rains provide lots of red chile

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:58:04 GMT

Late season rains and cool temperatures caused green chile crops to ripen early this year, leading to a flood of red chile on the market.

Community garden grows food, hope

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:25:12 GMT

Many of the new gardeners didn't know how to grow vegetables, and weren't sure what to do with them once they did.

Sheep-shearers teach skills of trade

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:18:17 GMT

With 126,000 sheep shorn every year, there’s work out there for an industrious New Mexico shearer or someone who wants to learn the skill.

Remote research boosting peanut yields

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:11:37 GMT

Greater crop growth and yield are things all producers strive for. Now, New Mexico State University researchers are working on a method of monitoring peanut crops in order to help growers produce a healthier crop.

Forest waives holiday fees for veterans

Todd Dukart — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:58:36 GMT

The Santa Fe National Forest on Wednesday will waive use recreation fees for veterans, active members of the military and their families who want to use the park's campgrounds and picnic areas.

Beef? In land of cowboys, pig thrives

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:32:42 GMT

The president of the National Pork Producers Council--the person who represents the people who represent the nation's pigs--appeared recently before Congress to talk about sales in the swine flu era.

USDA tries to end Indian farmer claim

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:28:15 GMT

The Obama administration intends to seek resolution to a lawsuit filed by American Indian farmers who alleged discrimination in the granting of federal agricultural loans over three decades.

Decorated homes help wounded soldiers

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:48:08 GMT

Several Albuquerque homes are being spruced up with Christmas decorations, ready for a home tour to raise money for Wounded Warriors.

Farmers growing crops, electricity

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:21:18 GMT

Vern and Gianaclis Caldwell do a lot of the typical things that make a small farm self-sufficient.

Trick or treat? Curry or cabbage?

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:25:48 GMT

All-natural may be all the rage in the food world, but will candy lovers have a sweet tooth for beet juice and purple cabbage?

The new Home Economics: Focus on career

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:21:36 GMT

In just 40 minutes, Cafe Mirabeau would fill with hungry patrons, and every dish needed to be delectable, every plate a model of perfect presentation.

Peanut growers see average to good crop

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:31:29 GMT

The peanut harvest is at its halfway mark, and growers are saying this year's yield in eastern New Mexico and West Texas ranks from average to good.

Firefighters urge caution in winter

David Romero — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:33:28 GMT

With temperatures dipping and many New Mexicans turning up the heat indoors, the Albuquerque Fire Department shared tips to help prevent disasters.

Prepare your plants for winter

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:48:07 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick with the Home Depot shares tips on how to keep your lawn and other plants ready for winter.

Toys for Tots kicks off Sunday

Todd Dukart — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:03:30 GMT

The Toys for Tots Motorcycle Rally on Sunday kicks off the annual campaign to give toys to needy children for the holidays.

Cattle studied at high elevations

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:31:58 GMT

Manny Encinas, a specialist in beef cattle, talks about research New Mexico State University is doing with bulls at New Mexico's high elevations in an effort to improve their health and reduce death rates.

USDA offers grants to growers

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:37:02 GMT

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for grants that will help growers add value to the commodities they produce.

Study documents acequia loss, benefits

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:02:03 GMT

Researchers are answering questions about much of the water diverted to acequia irrigation is lost to seepage and evaporation and what the benefits of acequia systems are to the hydrology of the surrounding areas.

Spirits high despite grounded balloons

Kaitlin McCarthy — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:33:36 GMT

The final day of Balloon Fiesta ended on a not-so-uplifting note, as strong wind gusts forced cancellation of the farewell mass ascension Sunday morning.

Balloon Fiesta Slideshow: Oct. 11, 2009

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:46:59 GMT

A collection of still photographs from the final day of the 2009 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The balloons wouldn’t go up Sunday because of gusty winds.

Fiesta’s farewell ascension canceled

Devon Armijo — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:43:26 GMT

Gusty conditions early Sunday at Balloon Fiesta Park forced the delay and eventual cancellation of the Balloon Fiesta’s final mass ascension of the year.

Vendors seek soaring sales during AIBF

Crystal Gutierrez — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 04:21:58 GMT

The sluggish economy has been a big concern for this year’s Balloon Fiesta, especially for local businesses. At least one Old Town shop owner said business during fiesta week is doing better than last year.

Balloons soar on ideal Fiesta Saturday

Devon Armijo — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:03:07 GMT

Saturday was a perfect day for ballooning, as hundreds of balloons took to the Albuquerque sky in the Balloon Fiesta's penultimate mass ascension.

Balloonists fired up about refueling

Kaitlin McCarthy — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:02:07 GMT

Balloon pilots flying at the fiesta this year are giving high praise to the park’s amenities. Some pilots attend hot air ballooning events all over the world, and they said the facilities in Albuquerque are some of the best in the world.

Saturday Mass Ascension Timelapse

Todd Dukart — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 15:37:44 GMT

A timelapse video from the Mass Ascension at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 10.