Central Valley Soil and Water Conservation District

10/17/2026

🌾🌎 Happy World Food Day! 🌱

From the soil beneath our feet to the water that helps our crops grow, conservation plays an important role in putting food on our tables. 💧

By protecting our soil and water, we help support our farmers, ranchers, and a more sustainable food future for generations to come!

🌱 Healthy Soil. Clean Water. Stronger Communities.

10/14/2026

We’re excited to welcome Central Valley Soil and Water Conservation District and Penasco Soil and Water Conservation District to the Artesia Chamber of Commerce! ✂️🎉

As local government entities, both organizations work with landowners, farmers, businesses, and communities to conserve natural resources and promote responsible land stewardship.

Congratulations, and welcome to the Chamber!

10/14/2026

Central Valley Soil & Water Conservation District had a great time connecting with local high school students, sharing what we do, and showing how soil, water, and agriculture play an important role in our everyday lives!

From conservation trivia to conversations about the many career opportunities in conservation and agriculture, we loved having the opportunity to educate and connect with the next generation. 🌾

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth! We’re proud to help educate and inspire the next generation of conservationists. 🌱💧

10/14/2026

🌱 Dig Into This Tuesday Tip! 🌾💧

Healthy soil does more than help plants grow! It helps hold moisture, supports strong roots, and keeps our land productive. 🌿

💡 Tip of the week: Build healthy soil by adding organic matter, reducing soil disturbance, and keeping soil covered whenever possible.

Small steps today can make a big difference for our soil, water, and future! 💚

10/09/2026

🌱🌳 Growing Our Community, One Tree at a Time! 🌳🌱

We’re proud to have supported the new Artesia Recreation Center by helping provide funding for some of the trees planted throughout the facility’s beautiful outdoor spaces.

Trees do more than add beauty—they provide shade, help improve air quality, support healthy landscapes, and contribute to a more sustainable community. 🌎💧

We’re excited to see these trees grow alongside our community and are proud to play a small part in creating a greener, more enjoyable space for everyone to enjoy for years to come!

Investing in conservation is investing in our community. 🌱

10/09/2026

Meeting next Tuesday the 13th
Central Valley Soil and Water Conservation District
110 E. Mill Road, Artesia, NM 88210
Board Meeting
October 13th, 2026 @ 12:00

Call to Order
Roll Call
Approve/Amend Agenda
Review/Approve Minutes
Approve financial reports and pay bills and journal entries.

Correspondence

• 2026 Ballons & Tunes Festival
• Artesia High School FFA Chapter
• Artesia Community Guide

Presentations

• FFA Award

Unfinished business

New Business

 Canva
 NMDA Pesticide
 WRRI Grants
 NM Hay Association
 Community Involvement
 Mailings
 Chamber of Commerce
 Building

Reports

 NMDA
 NRCS
 NMACD
 Chaves SWCD

Other Business

Adjourn

Send a message to learn more

10/08/2026

💧 WATER WISE WEDNESDAY: EVERY DROP COUNTS! 💧

Have you ever wondered how much water we use at home each day?

According to the EPA, the average American family uses more than 300 gallons of water per day at home.

So where does all that water go? 🚿
💧 Toilets – One of the largest uses of water indoors
💧 Showers & baths – Showering accounts for nearly 17% of residential indoor water use
💧 Faucets – Washing hands, brushing teeth, cooking and more
💧 Clothes washing – Laundry uses water with every load
💧 Dishwashing – Both dishwashers and hand-washing use water
💧 Leaks – Even small leaks can waste thousands of gallons over time
💧 Outdoor watering – Lawns, gardens and landscaping can make up a large portion of household water use

Here are a few simple ways to conserve:
✔️ Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth
✔️ Take shorter showers
✔️ Run dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads
✔️ Fix dripping faucets and running toilets
✔️ Water plants during cooler parts of the day

Small changes at home can add up to big water savings. Every drop really does count! 💦🌱

10/02/2026

🌱 Meet Our Team! 💧🌾

We’re excited to introduce the people behind Central Valley Soil & Water Conservation District!

From conservation education and outreach to supporting local landowners and helping connect our community with valuable conservation resources, our team is here to serve and support our local community. 🤝

Meet Tanya Harris, District Manager; Molly Hiles, Program Assistant; and Kyler Bowerman, Program Assistant.

We’re proud to be part of a team working to protect our soil, conserve our water, and build a stronger future for our community. 🌎💚

📍 Central Valley Soil & Water Conservation District
🌱 Conserving today. Protecting tomorrow.

09/30/2026

🌱 DIG INTO THIS TUESDAY TIP! 🌱

Why does soil health matter?

Healthy soil is more than just dirt—it’s a living system that supports our farms, ranches, communities and environment. 🌾

Healthy soil can:
💧 Help improve water infiltration and retain moisture
🌱 Support healthy plant growth
🪱 Provide a home for beneficial organisms
🌬️ Help reduce soil erosion

09/24/2026

🌱💧 Prepare Today. Protect Tomorrow. 💧🌱

September is National Preparedness Month, reminding us that preparedness goes beyond emergency planning—it also means protecting the natural resources our communities depend on.

Healthy soil supports productive agriculture. Reliable water supports our farms, ranches, families, and communities. And conservation practices today can help us build a stronger, more resilient future. 🌾💦

By caring for our soil and water today, we’re helping prepare for tomorrow.