2026 End of irrigation season announcement

The Elephant Butte Irrigation District (EBID) announces the last day to order water is JUNE 19, 2026. All final water deliveries will be completed by JUNE 30, 2026. This marks the conclusion of the 2026 Irrigation Season, as the system will soon be out of water.
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Important Reminders for All Water Users:

Submit water orders promptly: Delays may result in missed opportunities as water may run out.
Anticipate high demand: End-of-season water requests are high. Act promptly — Use it or Lose it.
Be prepared: Growers must be ready to receive water anytime — day or night, weekends, or holidays.
Order responsibly: Do not purchase extra water unless you're sure it can be used before the season ends. Unused balances are forfeited.
Schedule awareness: The delivery end date may shift due to monsoonal activity, but the last day to order will not change.

We thank our growers and District members for their cooperation and commitment throughout the season. For updates and critical notices, visit www.ebid-nm.org or contact the District Office at 575-526-6671 or 575-524-8003.

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NM WRRI Agricultural Water Resilience Program

Request for Applications

Summary

This program funds projects that help New Mexico farmers and ranchers manage, save, and efficiently apply limited water resources for agricultural production. Through monitoring and water-impact assessments, NM WRRI will collect and analyze project data to quantify real-world water savings and generate applied water research that strengthens agricultural water resilience in New Mexico's arid regions.

Important Dates

Application Deadline:
Monday, June 29, 2026m 5:00 pm MDT

Informational Webinar:
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm MDT

Project Period:
September 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 (plus additional time for water impact monitoring)

Additional Information

Funding:
Up to $300,000 per project with $9 million total available.

Eligibility:
New Mexico public entities such as soil and water conservation districts, irrigatioin and conservancy districts, acequia associations, tribal governments, and local governments - in partnership with farmers and ranchers.

Match:
A 25% non-state / non-federal match is encouraged but not required

Visit NM WRRI Application Page