The New Mexico Department of Agriculture announced on Apr. 1 that the AgriFuture Educational Institute will take place from June 15 to 17 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque. The event is designed for aspiring agricultural professionals, students, and producers across New Mexico who want to learn about agriculture and network with industry leaders.
AgriFuture aims to give attendees practical experiences and access to experts in fields such as international livestock trade, agribusiness development, United States Department of Agriculture program resources, financial management, and agritourism. According to organizers, the two-day conference will include interactive panels, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and behind-the-scenes insights into New Mexico’s agricultural sector.
New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte said AgriFuture is designed to provide meaningful hands-on experiences and build connections throughout the industry.
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture contributes to public service by ensuring a vibrant economy and a successful future for agriculture while safeguarding the public, according to the official website. The agency functions as a constitutive arm of New Mexico State University under oversight from the NMSU Board of Regents according to its official website.
Across more than 34 million acres statewide, the department supports over 77,000 farms and nearly 129,000 agricultural producers according to its official website. Its mission focuses on preserving agriculture in New Mexico while promoting fair marketplaces and natural resource conservation as stated by NMDA.
The department provides regulatory services along with natural resource conservation programs plus financial and technical assistance for farmers across all regions of New Mexico according to its official site. It works statewide safeguarding agriculture and natural resources while fostering economic growth through various programs supporting farmers’ needs—including food safety initiatives—and contributing overall to a thriving state economy as described by NMDA.
