Events

Cuba SWCD hosts frequent events and shares upcoming projects with the community. Check out some of the current events and ongoing projects taking place. Be sure to check back for regular updates.

Upcoming events


CUba swcd farmers market

The Farmers Market is Returning!

We’re excited to announce that our Farmers Market will be returning Saturday, September 13th, 2025 at 10:00 AM right here at our office!

We’re looking for vendors to join us — and the best part is, there’s no cost to sign up! Whether you’re bringing fresh produce, handmade goods, or homemade treats, we’d love to have you.

If you’d like to participate, simply contact our office to secure your spot. The more vendors, the merrier!

Location: 109 County Rd 11, Cuba

Date: September 13, 2025

Time: 10 am - 3 pm

  • Vendors set up: 8:30am - 9:30am

Cuba Water Leadership Institute Series

This is more than a workshop—it’s a chance to build a trusted network of professionals, exchange ideas and solutions to common water problems, and engage in critical collaboration to address your community’s water challenges. Register below:

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Location: 37 Rodeo Road, Cuba, New Mexico

Contact:

laura.dubin@rcac.org • (505) 819-8511

stillwatersconsulting1@gmail.com • (505) 362-7130

Dates:

  • August 19, 2025 - Session 1

  • September 16, 2025 - Session 2

  • October 14, 2025 - Session 3

  • November 18, 2025 - Graduation

New Mexico youth public speaking and agri-science contests

For the past six years New Mexico State University - College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (NMSU- College of ACES) has collaborated with the major State Fairs in New Mexico to create youth opportunities, with a public speaking, agricultural science fair, and a “flowers and finances” contest. Thanks to sponsorship from AgTrust Farm Credit, contest winners receive scholarships and trophy buckles. Beyond the joy of winning, the contests are a ton of fun and help kids develop important life skills. We would love your help in sharing these with the youth you work with.

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Discover Insects! Field Collection and Identification workshops

Join cooperative extension experts as we look for, identify, and learn all about local insects in the field! This event is free and open to the public.

Contact: sandoval@nmsu.edu (Phone: 505-867-2582)

EVENING SESSION:

Location: Agri-Nature Center 4920 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque

Date: August 28, 2025

Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm

MORNING SESSION:

Location: Coronado Historic Site, 485 Kuaua Rd, Bernalillo

Date: August 29, 2025

Time: 9:00am - 11:30am

Land Restoration workshop and demonstration

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for all types of landowners interested in restoring and improving their land. Whether you manage a small property or large acreage, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies to reduce wind and water erosion, enhance soil health, and create thriving habitats for wildlife and native pollinators. Learn how to become a better steward of your land while contributing to a more resilient and sustainable landscape.

Location: Santa Fe County Extension Office - 3229 Rodeo Road

Date: August 30, 2025

Time: 9 am - 3 pm

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The Placitas Garden Tour is a charitable non-profit 501-(c)-(3) organization.  It is dedicated to putting on an annual ticketed tour of exceptional gardens in the Placitas community for viewing by the public.

Date: September 7, 2025

Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

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Placitas garden tour

Learn the science of food preservation, the equipment, and the procedures of various methods of home food preservation.

Contact: sandoval@nmsu.edu (Phone: 505-867-2582)

Location: Sandoval Country Cooperative Extension Service 711 South Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo

Dates:

  • September 29, 2025 - Water Bath Canning

  • October 6, 2025 - Pressure Canning

  • October 20, 2025 - Freezing AND Dehydration

  • November 3, 2025 - Fermentation

Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Presented by Madeline Gurney, FCS Agent and Members of the Sandoval Master Food Preservers

Home Food Preservation 101

Garden to table to pantry - workshop series

Join us as we learn to grow, prepare, and preserve garlic! Free plant starts, food samples, and delicious recipes provided! This three-day series is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so register your spot here:

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Contact: sandoval@nmsu.edu (Phone: 505-867-2582)

Location: 711 Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo

Dates:

  • October 8, 2025

  • October 15, 2025

  • October 22, 2025

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Home Composting basics with john zarola

The science, art, materials and methods for success and benefits of high desert home composting

Location: Cuba Soil & Water District Office 109 Co Rd 11

Date: October 25, 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Understanding weather & gardening with elaine sutherland

Invaluable information about how to handle our very unique and challenging New Mexico weather

Location: Cuba Soil & Water District Office 109 Co Rd 11

Date: December 13, 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

NMDA - Healthy Soil Program

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