Ag Day 2026 set for Nov. 7

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October 29, 2026

LAS CRUCES – Agriculture, food, friends, family and football all come together at the 13th Annual Ag Day, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, ahead of the New Mexico State Aggies’ Homecoming football game against Liberty University.

Hosted by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES), the event runs from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Pan American Center south parking lot, just before the 6 p.m. kickoff inside Aggie Memorial Stadium.

Three students pose with Pistol Pete at an NMSU College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences booth. — The 2026 Ag Day is Nov. 7 at New Mexico State University. Ag Day is a free, educational event that features family-friendly activities from 1 to 5 p.m. leading up to the Aggie football game at 6 p.m. (Photo courtesy New Mexico Department of Agriculture)

Ag Day is a huge tailgate celebration highlighting the importance of agriculture in New Mexico while offering fun for the whole family. The event will feature:

Food sampling of New Mexico products
Educational booths with hands-on agricultural activities
Family- and kid-friendly exhibits showcasing the role of agriculture in everyday life

The New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau and Farm Bureau Financial Services are the event’s Presenting Sponsors. Ag Day involves participation from NMSU student groups, local agricultural organizations and businesses.

“AG Day celebrates what’s behind New Mexico agriculture, especially the educational aspect. It’s a chance for families and students to learn, connect and enjoy our state’s traditions,” said New Mexico Agriculture Secretary Jeff Witte.

The College of ACES views Ag Day as an opportunity to showcase some of the latest trends and research in New Mexico’s agriculture industry.

Two women pose with two sheep at an outdoor agricultural event. — The 2026 Ag Day is Nov. 7 at New Mexico State University. Ag Day is a free, educational event that features family-friendly activities from 1 to 5 p.m. leading up to the Aggie football game at 6 p.m. (Photo courtesy New Mexico Department of Agriculture)

“AG Day allows ACES to showcase how agriculture is evolving. Through hands-on activities and innovation, we’re preparing the next generation for a strong future in farming and ranching,” said Jon Boren, interim dean of the College of ACES.

Organizations such as NMSU Cooperative Extension Service, NMSU Animal and Range Sciences, and The Chile Pepper Institute will provide engaging, educational activities.

For more information about Ag Day, visit the Ag Day webpage.

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