NMSU Union County CES

06/19/2026

Crafters • Bakers • Artists • Gardeners • Photographers • Homemakers • Handcrafters

The Union County Fair 2026 is just around the corner, and we’re excited to share that there are new updates to our Open Exhibits!

Whether you love to bake, create, grow, or capture beautiful moments, there’s a place for YOU to showcase your talents.
Be sure to check out the updated flyers for all the details! You can find all entry guidelines for entries on our website https://unionextension.nmsu.edu/.

If you have any questions or need more information, don’t hesitate to reach out:
Union County Extension Office: 575-374-9361

06/18/2026

Union County 4-H is thriving thanks to engaging hands-on training sessions and clinics, where dedicated individuals have generously shared their time to empower our youth with valuable skills. We're grateful to all participants who've seized the opportunity to learn and grow. Our sincere thanks to Lindsey Gooden for leading the Photography Workshop, Davida Hale for the Horse Showmanship Clinic, and Paiton Davis and Addie Owensby for the Cattle Showmanship Clinic. Don't miss the upcoming Sheep/Goat/Swine Clinic on June 28th!

06/17/2026

Please join us for our New World Screwworm Webinar June 18, 2026 at 5:30PM (MT). Presentation presented by Marshal Wilson, Co-Director of the Southwest Border Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center, and Tom Paterson, President of the New Mexico Cattle Growers. Registration is required. Click on the link below to Register. https://nmsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/a7VHuXQjTdS1Y9aRgK_-OA #/registration

NM Cattle Growers Association

06/17/2026

It’s not too late to get signed up, clinic is tonight 5:30pm!!

06/15/2026

New Mexico State Fair DNA packets must be mailed TODAY! 6/15

06/15/2026

We want to congratulate all participants who went to the District Shooting Contests on 06/09/2026. We can't thank our coaches, Eric Maestas, Bruce Scott, and Jammye Forrest, enough for their time and dedication to our 4-H youth! Also, thank you to our parents and especially our members.

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

Be alert, not alarmed – protect yourself and your animals from screwworm by knowing the signs. Be extra vigilant with treating open wounds and monitoring changes in behavior.

Warning Signs:
- Open wounds that worsen or do not heal
- Visible larvae or maggots
- Swelling, discharge, or foul odor
- Animals licking or biting at a wound
- Restlessness, isolation, or unusual behavior

High-Risk Situations:
- Recent calving and exposed navels
- Branding, castration, dehorning, or surgery wounds
- Untreated cuts or bites
- Animals moved before wounds are healed
- Warm weather conditions with increased fly activity

For more information, visit the official New Mexico screwworm website at: https://screwwormnm.org/

New Mexico Department of Agriculture New Mexico Department of Health New Mexico Department of Wildlife New Mexico Livestock Board

06/12/2026

The Building Trades Club has created remarkable corn-hole boards for our 4-H youth, which will be raffled off to generate additional funding for our members. We appreciate the efforts of all individuals who contributed to this project.

Come by the Union County Extension office to get a ticket for these amazing corn-hole boards that will be raffled off at the Union County Fair on August 8th, 2026.