Time is running out to recognize the women who have helped shape New Mexico’s agricultural legacy. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is reminding the public that nominations for the 2026 class of “Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture” close Monday, July 21 at 11:59 p.m.
This statewide campaign celebrates respected, hardworking women whose leadership, mentorship, and advocacy have left a lasting impact on agriculture, their families, and their communities. NMDA encourages families, industry members, and community leaders to submit nominations before the deadline.
“Agriculture in New Mexico has been shaped by generations of strong, visionary women,” said New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte. “This campaign is our way of honoring that legacy—and there’s still time to make sure the matriarchs in your life get the recognition they deserve.”
