Progress 09/01/17 to 07/08/22
Outputs
Target Audience:The target audience includes Jicarilla Apache Nation tribal members including those engaged in agriculture, community and economic development, youth, and natural resource management. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?Empowering agriculture through tribal sovereignty, Indian resources development job training, Grant advisory grant training office of New Mexico senator Martin Henirich, Importance of covid?19 vaccinations NMSU Strategic and essential employee training, Native water arid land covid meeting, genetic and data science with a native perspective, gleaning report New Mexico food banks, food, hunger, Water and ag policy workshop. Results of training were disseminated to the tribal administration and the Jicarilla department of Agriculture, then to individuals through phone and one on one conversation. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?An annual report was presented to the Jicarilla Apache Nation Tribal Council for each year of the grant. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?
Nothing Reported
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Goal 1: To increase participation by youth in extension programs and provide youth with valued research based information regarding issues that are affecting them, there by establishing the value of extension programing in the years to come. In order to address this goal, first it was necessary to determine what information was valued to the youth. In the first 2 years of this reporting period the agent was able to hold workshops and information was gathered thought the use of questionaries' as to what the youth learned and what they would like to learn. The results were of 113 youth that attended these programs most males would like to know how about potential income from various agriculture practices. The majority of females were interested in gardening and programs that would assist the family farm. Due to the impact of Covid and our in ability to meet the majority of the information given to youth by the agent was in person or by phone. Questions regarding government programs available to assist youth with the development of or continuation of a family farm or ranch was given. Forty phone calls 14 emails and 48 in person visits were made. Information was also shared regarding the degrees in agriculture and cost and income potential of agricultural production. As a result there is an understanding that in order to make good income in agriculture operations must be modernized. A choice is before our youth preserve traditional production methodology or pursue higher income from production. Each individual youth had their own individual opinion regarding these methodologies. The agent was not able to increase participation by youth during this period but it appears that relationships have been established with the youth and will continue in the years to come. Goal 2: To increase Jicarilla farmer and rancher productivity by providing education to those wanting to restart production, those entering production for the first time and those already in production by becoming more efficient. Agricultural production continued and changed somewhat during the pandemic. In the two years before the pandemic the agent continued to provide education that included; Beef quality Assurance, reproductive management, grazing management, marketing livestock, government programs available to assist producers, record keeping, soil , agricultural economics and crops that fit our area. These presentations were attended by 137 individuals. The agent provided education to the tribal government and producers during the last three years through phone calls, one on one visits and emails. New programs were available to assist producers and the tribal government in response to the effects of the pandemic. The 8 council members and tribal president and vice president were given information and explanation of programs that were new and available to them. The agent also helped the Jicarilla department of agriculture staff develop livestock production and farm production plans and budgets. There are 8 tribal employees in this department and 54,000 acres are under their management. There were 5 individuals that wanted to get back into livestock production and 2 individuals that wanted to reenter hay production. These individuals received budget analysis and plan development in order to make educated decisions on how to proceed forward. There were 2 individuals that were starting new operations and they were provided information regarding breed selection, pasture development, water distribution, equipment needed and reproductive management. These 2 producers are now running 50 head of cattle and managing 35,000 acres. Goal 3: To provide education to those entities/individuals involved in community development that will assist them in the streamlining overall community development process, have a positive effect on the community and be efficient with funds. The agent before the pandemic met with the tribal administration regarding housing and enhancement of the current water treatment system. Planning for tribal food security was developed for the tribe. During the pandemic the agent met with tribal officials informing them of federal programs available to them that would assist in providing various services to the community. The agent met with 3 teachers to see how to better provide services to the youth of the community. Many project were put on hold due to the pandemic many individuals employed by the tribe were placed on administrative leave, hampering most community projects.
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Progress 09/01/20 to 08/31/21
Outputs
Target Audience:The target audience includes Jicarilla Apache Nation tribal members including those engaged in agriculture, community and economic development, youth, and natural resource management Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?Empowering agriculture through tribal sovereignty, Indian resources development job training, Grant advisory grant training office of New Mexico senator Martin Henirich, Importance of covid?19 vaccinations NMSU Strategic and essential employee training, Native water arid land covid meeting, genetic and data science with a native perspective, gleaning report New Mexico food banks, food, hunger, Water and ag policy workshop. Results of training were disseminated to the tribal administration and the Jicarilla department of Agriculture, then to individuals through phone and one on one conversation. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?An annual report was presented to the Jicarilla Apache Nation Tribal Council. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?As we attempt to move forward from the shutdowns associated with covid. The Jicarilla Extension program must utilize and expand educational opportunities to the Jicarilla Apache Nation with caution. All tribal, state and federal restrictions and guidelines will be observed. Precautions to insure safety and health of the public will be the primary goal. This office is looking forward to expanding education provided to tribal youth by working with the Jicarilla department of agriculture and tribal youth programs. Information regarding agricultural production, natural resource management, community development, horticulture and requested topics will be thought to youth and adults. Secondary education, job skill development and cultural awareness will be promoted. There will be a continuation of the forage research project, modifications will be made to insure success. New programs and partnerships will be perused in order to continue to expand audiences reached by this project.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Major Goals Goal 1: Provide education regarding livestock reproductive management. Goal 2: Provide education regarding current range conditions, range monitoring and planning/ responding to drought. Goal 3: Provide education regarding livestock marketing and education regarding costs and befits of retained ownership and processing of livestock Goal 4: Establish a forage research project on the Jicarilla Apache Reservation, in cooperation with tribal departments, university specialist and USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service. Goal 5: Community development, continue with efforts to assist the Jicarilla Apache Nation ant the town of Dulce, New Mexico continue developing by providing educational support in areas requested. What was accomplished under these goals? For Goal #1 of reproductive management. Education regarding bull selection, heifer retention, reproductive scheduling and nutritional needs pre and postpartum for cows was provided. Twenty (30) tribal producers and two (2) non?tribal producers took Advantage of this type of education and they in turn culled cows and bulls, modified their breeding season and modified their feeding program. The results from these processes being implemented saved money for the producers and increased the value and overall health of their herds. Bull/heifer selection in relation to production education was done on a one on one basis. This education was provided over the phone or by looking at bulls and heifers owned by producers and evaluating them based on visible characteristics. The producers were given and idea of the market and reproductive value of their bulls and heifers. Producers were assisted in determining which animals to retain. Purchase and rental options were discussed for bulls. We reviewed the valued characteristics of bulls and heifers in relation to production, health and effects on market value. For Goal #2 land management. Due to drought conditions the agent was called upon to provide information regarding managing the rangeland during dry conditions. Some areas were over grazed increasing the negative impact of these conditions. Twelve (12) producers received information regarding current range conditions and expected precipitation patterns. Information on the adverse effects of poor range condition on livestock health and management was given to the producers. The agent helped the producers determine stocking rates that would coincide with current range conditions. As a result of this information the producers were able to protect their grazing areas from over grazing, which will have positive long term effects on the vegetative production of the areas. These in turn will increase profitability due to better animal condition and reduced supplemental feed costs. In the short term the money received from reducing herds could be utilized to insure proper nutrition for those animals that were retained. For Goal #3 livestock marketing. Education was provided regarding marketing strategies available during the pandemic. For this time period the dynamics of livestock marketing changed. There became and increased demand for locally grown beef and regular sales barn auctions were limited. Education was shared with producers in order that they could determine which marketing strategies best fit their needs. Through phone calls, social media and emails information was relayed to producers regarding their marketing options and what procedures were needed to utilize each. Because of this education producers were able to increase their ranch income and provide a service needed by other tribal members. For Goal #4 Forage production research. The agent started a multiyear forage research project during this time period. The goal of this is to determine which forage species preform best at our high altitude and with the local soils on the Jicarilla reservation. The research was incomplete during this year due to drought conditions. We learned the processes of working on the reservation with a research project water and equipment issues that need to be addressed. The project is coordinated with the NMSU forage specialist and The USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service. This program is being expanded to other tribes and pueblos. For Goal #5 Community Development. The extension program developed a food security plan for the Jicarilla Apache Nation, brought in financial experts to explain opportunities to the tribal administration and continues to plan a veteran youth horse project. In an effort to better serve the Jicarilla Apache nation the extension office initiated a food security plan for the tribe by request from the Jicarilla tribal president. This plan was introduced to the Jicarilla department of agriculture and they will assume the lead on it. The Jicarilla Extension office brought in financial experts to meet with the tribal administration on opportunities to increase income and capture funds available through federal programs. The Jicarilla extension office continues to plan a veteran youth horse project to address social/ emotional issues that both groups may be able to support each other with through. Suicide prevention, bullying prevention and substance abuse prevention though learning how to develop viable relationship.
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Progress 09/01/19 to 08/31/20
Outputs
Target Audience:The target audience includes Jicarilla Apache Nation tribal members including those engaged in agriculture, community and economic development, youth, and natural resource management. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?The Agent has participated in in-service provided through NMSU Cooperative Extension Service including: FRTEP In-service Training, Oklahoma City, OK NMSU Extension In-service Training, Albuquerque Intertribal Agricultural Council Annual Conference, Las Vegas,NV How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?An annual report was presented to the Jicarilla Apache Nation Tribal Council during February. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?As concerns for the COVID 19 virus continue. Plans for the Jicarilla extension program must adapt to the requirements and safety of the public and Jicarilla Apache Nation (JAN). At the current time, the Jicarilla Extension Program (JEP) is allowed to work on the Willow Creek Ranch owned by the JAN. The JAN has instructed the Jicarilla Department of Agriculture (JDA) and the Jicarilla Extension office that time in the office should be limited and work in the on the projects at the Willow Creek Ranch is permitted. NMSU policy is being adhered to regarding social distancing and other precautions associated with the COVID 19 pandemic. It is the plan of the Jicarilla Extension Program to continue to operate in this manner until instructed otherwise. The Jicarilla Extension Program utilizes a Facebook page and phone conversations to provide information regarding livestock production. Areas of focus include answering questions via phone calls related to market and prices, federal programs available to assist livestock producers and general livestock production. Regarding food safety n security, the JEP will develop a plan for the JAN in conjunction with the JDA. At this time the JAN is conducting an election, planning and coordination with the newly elected officials will take place regarding this plan and all other educational efforts. The JEP in conjunction with NMSU forage specialist, JDA and USDA is establishing a 3 year forage research project on the Willow Creek Ranch. This project will involve other tribes and pueblos in the future. Food safety and security will be addressed by experimental production. Currently chicken, bee and corn production is taking place with plans for pigs and cattle to be added at a later date. To summarize, the future educational plans of the JEP to address the educational goals set forth in our grant is to conduct education through; social media, email and phone conversations along with research, experimental production and plan development.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Livestock Marketing A workshop on Livestock Marketing was offered with the assistance of the Extension Livestock Specialist in late summer to educate 12 producers before the Fall 2019 marketing season. Topics covered included: preferred breeds, uniformity, marketing strategies, value-added marketing, and cost/benefits ratio when making marketing decisions (ie. weaning and backgrounding). The agent also provided one-on-one information to individuals on this topic while also making field visits to respective producers operations in order to guide them to optimize their sales through proper decision-making. Cattle Reproduction and Fertility Management Ten cattle producers attended a workshop offered in early Spring on cattle reproduction and fertility management with the assistance of the CES Beef Specialist. Participants were able to learn some hands-on practical skills through the use of a cow model. This hands-on education enabled them to learn how to deal with dystocia, various positions, and how to assist cows in the birthing process without hurting the cow or the calf to be born. The producers also learned about the causes of such complications including breeding, conformation and nutrition. The participants expressed a favorable response to this type of learning and felt that they are better equipped to assist their own livestock should this situation occur in their herds. By having the Extension Specialists come in to do the presentations, the producers feel like they are also developing a relationship with them and feel more comfortable sharing their own personal experiences. Finishing Cattle A workshop on finishing cattle was attended by five producers and employees of the Jicarilla Department of Agriculture. This workshop covered considerations for finishing cattle such as different feed, space requirements, time requirements, and variations between breeds. Through discussions it was concluded that it may be more beneficial to have livestock finished at another geographical area that may be more conducive due to climatic conditions, the cost of transport and availability of feed, and market outlets. Hay Fields/Pasture Workshop A hayfield and prepared pasture preparation workshop was offered during the spring of 2019. This morning workshop provided information on site selection, soil testing and ground preparation, forage varieties suitable for high elevations, nutritional and water requirements of each forage. Also covered was the differences between dryland and irrigated pastures, costs associated with each of the pasture decision. The 20 participants express that they will be better prepared to make these decisions for their individual areas. Tax Considerations for Agricultural Production A workshop on tax consideration of agricultural operations was coordinated by the Agent to inform 10 agricultural producers from the Jicarilla Tribe on decisions that need to be made throughout the year to assist them during tax preparation. These decisions include: recordkeeping, retaining receipts, procuring the proper tax forms, understanding allowable expenses, participation in federal assistance programs and how to maximize tax benefits. Most of the learning was through hands-on preparation of applicable tax forms. Can You Make Money in Agriculture Other Than Livestock An agricultural workshop on alternatives to livestock production was presented on June 12, 2019 to 10 interested members of the Jicarilla Apache Tribe. Various possible agricultural production opportunities were presented that would be viable for the area of the Jicarilla Apache Nation. This workshop included high-value specialty crops such as hops, hemp, vegetables, fruits, and grain. The uniqueness of being able to market Native American produced products was covered as a niche marketing tool. As a result of his participation, one individual planted four acres of hops to market to micro-breweries and his spouse serves on the New Mexico State Hops Association Board as the recording secretary. Gardening and Trees With the assistance of the Urban Horticulture Specialist, the Agent facilitated a series of workshops on planting gardens and trees. These workshops were held throughout the growing season with the information being delivered in relation to the time of year in which the information was needed. Altogether three workshops were held with discussions on Varieties and Site Selection; Fertilizing, Garden Maintenance, and Weeding; Harvesting and Marketing. A total of 35 participants attended the workshops. Dulce School System Gardening A presentation was done by the Agent to the Dulce School System fourth grade classes on plant growth and development and a demonstration garden was developed as a result of this instruction. The total number of youth reached was 60 and consisted of three classrooms. The Agent was able to secure some resources for planting flats, potting soil, and seed. The youth expressed the fun they had in learning and developing this garden and a relationship was established with the new school superintendent and several new teachers. Jicarilla Forage Research Project The Agent began some dialogue between the Jicarilla Department of Agriculture, NMSU Agricultural Center/Extension Specialist, and the Natural Resource Conservation Service to begin planning a Forage Research Project to better determine what forages would grow better at elevations above 7000 feet. This project is unique in that for time this type of research will be done on a tribal reservation with replications being done with two or three other tribes/pueblos. Resources for this project were secured this year from the Indian Land Tenure Fund. Youth and Veterans Horse Project The Agent is working on re-establishing a youth horse program as a teaching model to help the youth develop skill in coping, addressing and recognizing social issues of depression, anxiety and suicide. The Agent is working on adding on to this program to include a dual mentorship between veteran and youth. Through this program veteran will also be able to cope with their PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). The Agent has been developing working relations with the Jicarilla Apache Nation veterans' group, the Helping Americas Heroes non-profit organization, and the Jicarilla Apache Youth Department. Assistance was provided to the Jicarilla Department of Agriculture in developing their Annual Plan of Work and Budget. Co-authored a grant proposal to the Indian Land Tenure Foundation for $10,000 to supplement operation and maintenance budget for the FRTEP Jicarilla Apache Nation Extension Program. Co-authored an amendment to the grant proposal from the Indian Land Tenure Foundation for a supplemental $30,000 for operations and maintenance budget for the FRTEP Jicarilla Apache Nation Extension Program which will expire in July 2020. Presented a session on Basic Horsemanship at the 2019 Upper Rio Chama Horse Expo. Authored a technology grant for the Chama Village Library for $5000 which was awarded for a computer and connectivity. Hosted an Extension Summer Intern. Developed content and updated the webpage for the Jicarilla Apache Extension Program. Promoted Cooperative Extension Service as a career opportunity through a booth at the Jicarilla Community Career Fair.
Publications
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Other
Status:
Other
Year Published:
2019
Citation:
Reference Guide for Planting, handout
Seeding Recommendations for the Jicarilla Reservation, handout
Example of Expected Progeny Differences, handout
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Progress 09/01/18 to 08/31/19
Outputs
Target Audience:Jicarilla Tribal Members Changes/Problems:The Jicarilla Extension Office has moved. The Jicarilla Extension Project is now housed with the Jicarilla Department of Agriculture. This move has proved to be mutually beneficial. By establishing a closer working relationship with this tribal department the Jicarilla Extension Project is able a greater educational and monetary impact for the population of the Jicarilla Apache Nation. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?Community and Economic Development training was conducted by NMSU this past spring. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?An annual report is submitted to the Tribal Council every year. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Will conduct an advisory committee meeting with tribal members and plan out program for the next year in Aug 2019.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Major Goals 1-The Agent has retained a summer college employee that will be charged with gathering information and through surveys and interviews. Information gathered by the college employee will be the educational needs of the youth and their views and potential involvement in agriculture. 2- Research will be done on crops that will grow in the local area our soils, extended winters and limited growing season. 3- To assist tribal members, the Jicarilla Tribal Council the Jicarilla Department Agriculture and all other tribal departments and entities with their educational needs. 4- Seasonal Livestock production workshops that What was accomplished: -Horse Expo was held, the agent helped plan this and the agent presented on suicide prevention bullying prevention and substance abuse prevention, 22 individuals were in attendance and 6 expressed a positive impact, a veteran's program expressed an interest in coordinating an effort that will take place this summer. The agent worked one on one with six individuals on horsemanship. The agent assisted 6 individuals with horse health issues. -Livestock calving coarse and livestock reproduction workshops were held all 10 participants in each. Post workshops questioners were filled out and all individuals expressed that they had learned and would benefit financially from the information provided. - Gardening workshop was held with 32 participants, all those in attendance were thankful for the workshop and felt they learned many things and would like additional instruction in this area. Those in attendance from the cultural committee arranged to harvest limbs utilized for native baskets with the specialist presenting. It is estimated that these particular limbs are very valuable and would hold a value over 500 dollars for the amount gathered.
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Progress 09/01/17 to 08/31/18
Outputs
Target Audience:Jicarilla Tribal Members Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?Annual report will be issued to the Tribal Council What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Contiune conduct educational programs for tribal members.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
-The agent evaluated the Willow Creek Ranch Hay fields a tribal owned ranch that is under the management of the Jicarilla Department of agriculture.There are two fields alfalfa and timothy. The agent evaluated these fields and then researched costs associated with improving these fields. -The agent assisted a tribal producer in planning the reclamation of his hay field.Savings from evaluation and plan development would be $700. -The agent assisted in the planning and development of a tribal garden project in conjunction with tribal departments, tribal youth and NMSU agricultural specialist and community members. In all there were approximately 40 participants. - The agent obtained 50 seedling trees that were distributed to tribal members that participated in a health walk sponsored by the Jicarilla fitness center. - The agent assisted 4 individuals with horse health problems.Proper diet and care modifications to include deworming and wound care were made for 12 horses total. If these changes had not been made veterinarian assistance would have been needed or the horses may have been lost. - The agent developed a corral plan for a tribal producer, this plan utilized building supplies primarily owned by the producer or readily available. -The agent worked in conjunction with the tribal leadership, tribal department, tribal individuals and the New Mexico Department of education to develop a strategy of addressing educational concerns for the public-school system on the Jicarilla Apache Nation. At present a plan of action is still being developed.This process will affect 682 students. - The agent assisted 4 producers with evaluation of their cattle herds.Breeding and management were evaluated. Changes in marketing and feed purchase values were also discussed. The agent preformed a horse presentation to 22 youth. Subject matter covered communication building trust and development of healthy relationships. This program was well received. -The agent helped plan and presented at the county equine expo there were 220 participants. The agent presented on bullying & substance abuse prevention by presenting on (What can the horse teach us about healthy relationships.)
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