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‘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.”

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.

Old pine nuts can cause bitter taste

Devon Armijo — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:13:29 GMT

Pinon or pine nuts are a favorite treat in New Mexico, but there is a strange condition caused by the nuts that could leave a bad taste in your mouth.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Risks of high-country grazing studied

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:30:34 GMT

Cattle, like humans, can be genetically predisposed for hypertension at higher altitudes, known as bovine high-altitude disease or brisket disease, when they graze above 7,000-foot elevations for extended periods

Peanut sales rebound after health scare

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:38:11 GMT

Food makers processed more peanuts over the past year than nearly any other time on record despite a national salmonella outbreak blamed for killing nine people and scaring consumers away from peanut products for months.

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.

Farm bill with dairy aid sent to Obama

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:34:50 GMT

Dairy farmers suffering from low milk prices would benefit from $350 million in emergency funding approved by the Senate on Thursday as it cleared a $121 billion agriculture spending bill for President Barack Obama's signature.

Washington farmworkers press union

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:02:01 GMT

Margarito Martinez says he was fired from the eastern Washington dairy that employed him for more than a year because he tried to unionize the company. Nine co-workers say they also were let go for affiliations with the budding union.

Congress may aid California water deals

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:55:02 GMT

Democratic lawmakers from California have introduced legislation intended to increase the flow of water to the state's parched San Joaquin Valley, where farmers have idled thousands of acres.

Researchers hunt best vineyard grapes

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:50:01 GMT

While New Mexico’s wine industry is nationally recognized and growing, little is known about which grapes are most suited for the state’s diverse climate regions.

Local foods confront urban planners

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 04:15:17 GMT

Chickens finally can roost legally in Bozeman, Mont.

Hispanic farmers confront Ag Secretary

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:09:35 GMT

Farmers from around the Southwest showed support for Hispanic farmers in a discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture during Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack's visit to New Mexico.

Beetles slacking off salt cedar control

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:06:31 GMT

Salt cedar proved all too successful when it was introduced to North America from Eurasia in the early 1800s as an ornamental plant to stabilize stream banks and to provide shade for livestock.

Migrant kids out of fields, into class

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:03:06 GMT

Elizabeth Pineda climbs out of bed, her 4-year-old son Adrian asleep nearby. She lays out a tiny pair of shorts and a white T-shirt for his first day of school, gathers her purse and tiptoes outside. Her cousin will get the boy up and off to class in a few hours.

Farm, ranch hands sue for workers' comp

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 02:25:06 GMT

Joe Griego's life changed in seconds when he turned his back on a bull he was trying to corral during work at a southern New Mexico dairy. The bull attacked, leaving Griego with serious injuries.

Pro bull riders commit to Albuquerque

Bill Diven — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:01:37 GMT

After one go-round at The Pit the Professional Bull Riders are coming back to Albuquerque.

Ag secretary hosting N.M. rural forum

Bill Diven — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:55:57 GMT

Putting fresh energy into rural America tops the agenda next week when Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack brings his national tour to Las Cruces.

Judge halts genetically modified beets

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:56:09 GMT

A federal judge has overturned federal approval of a variety of sugar beets genetically engineered to resist a weed killer produced by agricultural giant Monsanto Co.