Elephant Butte Irrigation District

06/22/2026

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06/22/2026

UPCOMING WORKSHOP!

How to Choose the Right Business Structure for Your Farm or Ranch

Join us online to learn about helpful strategies and ideas for planning a business. We will cover the different business structures commonly used in agriculture, what are they, pros/cons of structures, and the process. We will also cover the importance of becoming a business for those interested in pursuing grants, programs, and other opportunities in the future.

Register online: https://lasacequias.org/events/

06/16/2026

At EBID, employee milestones are more than just years on a calendar—they represent dedication, hard work, and the relationships built along the way. We're proud to recognize the team members who have reached important employment milestones and thank them for their continued commitment to serving our region.

Join us in celebrating Guillermo "Willie" Herrera, Mike Gomez, and Guillermo "Willie" Herrera Jr. and the contributions they make to our organization and community. Thank you for all you do!

Read more on our blog, link in our bio.

06/16/2026

🌿 Registration is OPEN for the 80th Annual NMACD Meeting!

Join conservation districts, partners, and leaders from across New Mexico for three days of collaboration, education, and conversations focused on the future of our natural resources.

🗓 October 19–21, 2026
📍 Marriott Pyramid | Albuquerque, NM

🌟 Sponsorship opportunities are also available!

Learn more and stay updated at www.nmacd.org

06/12/2026

The New Mexico edition of the June Irrigation Leader is here!

In our cover story this month, we interview Sara Fox, a senior water planner at the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer/Interstate Stream Commission ’s Water Planning Bureau. The commission has been intimately involved in the state’s recent renovation of its regional water security planning, mandated by the 2023 Water Security Planning Act. Ms. Fox walks us through the many stages of public consultation, planning, and implementation that are involved in this important process.

https://bit.ly/43hQj6c

06/09/2026

🔔June Board Meeting🔔

The Elephant Butte Irrigation District Board of Directors will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 10, at 9:00 a.m. at the EBID Office. The meeting will address district business, water operations, and other matters affecting our agricultural community and stakeholders.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and stay informed about the important work being done to serve our district.

05/28/2026

Are you a farmer? Are you interested in Agriculture? Well, the Leyendecker Plant Science Research Center is hosting the Leyendecker field day on Wednesday, June 3rd, beginning at 7:30 am. Enjoy the outdoors and attend the multiple presentations about research projects happening right at the research center. You’ll hear straight from Leyendecker's dedicated researchers about irrigation, crop rotation, Resilient Agricultural Water Community Systems (RAWCS), soil health, and plant sustainability. Interested? Pre-register using this link:
https://rsvp.aces.nmsu.edu/leyendecker

05/26/2026

🌾💧 Meet Your EBID Board 💧🌾

Our Board members are more than representatives—they’re neighbors, growers, and advocates for Southern New Mexico. Join us in learning more about the people guiding EBID forward.

Proudly representing Precinct 9 is Director Henry Ludwig. Director Ludwig has served on the Board since December of 2024. We are grateful for his dedication and the wealth of knowledge he brings to the board.

05/21/2026

The Elephant Butte Irrigation District office will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume the following business day.

As we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

05/20/2026

https://www.organmountainnews.com/new-mexico-brackish-water-desalination-projects-2026/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=environment&fbclid=IwY2xjawR6vI1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9dY_xf5ssGoaBghSSdR6q6cH6OfwcPY9gNpsNBdWsl86UkIgQe6H-F1NvEY_aem_ScljPwoU63w4uyEoQv_cgA

New Mexico is investing more than $13 million in projects aimed at turning brackish underground water into a future drought-resilient water supply, including work involving NMSU.