By Raul Velderrain , Sembrador Apprentice I’d like to start off with saying how great a program this Los Sembradores group has been to be part of; from my fellow mates David, Aidas, and Casho, our instructors Miguel, Margarita and … Continued
By Nicasio, Sembrador Apprentice The Sembradores program, so far, has been everything it promised and more. Since April, we’ve learned to make rows by hand with cavadores and planted seeds with prayer. We’ve learned about the herbs growing around us … Continued
By Aidas Worthington, Sembrador Apprentice After a quarter of a year with our instructors, the Sembradores program has proven itself to be an illuminating experience. Not only has it been great training in agricultural practices, but it has also provided … Continued
By David Silva, Sembrador Apprentice Throughout the spring and summer program for Los Sembradores has been incredible. Wonderful conversations during working on the farm seem to always arise that relate to life and our relationships to the land. The … Continued
By Donne Gonzales, NMAA Farm Trainer, and the Sembradores Team The Sembradores have been tending to plants, soaking in knowledge, solidifying tradition, and being in community since our last update. Our weeks are full of planting and weeding (nearly … Continued
By Donne Gonzales, NMAA Farm Trainer, and the Sembradores Team We all know that pollinators play a HUGE role in our gardens, orchards, and everyday lives. From bees to butterflies, these small creatures are essential for the health of our … Continued
By Donne Gonzales, NMAA Farm Trainer, and the Sembradores Team Planting season is here, and it’s time to get your hands in the soil and listen to the sounds of Spring. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just starting out, … Continued
Year 9 of NMAA’s Sembradores Farmer Training Program Kicks Off On April 7th, we kicked off the 9th year of the Los Sembradores training program! It’s been an incredible start—diving into conversations about agriculture, traditional knowledge, medicinal practices, and ways … Continued
By Samantha Hilborn-Naluai and Jason Rodriguez, NMAA Farmer and Rancher Coordinators with help from the NMAA team. Introduction As part of the sudden and sweeping actions of the new Trump Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has frozen … Continued
The Acequia and Community Ditch Infrastructure Fund (ACDIF) is a State of New Mexico funding source offered to acequias/community ditches that are political subdivisions of the state through the Interstate Stream Commission. ACDIF provides funding for the planning, engineering design … Continued