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Driest winter in three decades challenges Taos tree community

Walking outside Wednesday (Feb. 7), the weather felt like spring instead of winter. Yes, this winter has had some freezing nights, but overall it's been more spring-like and dry. This soil dryness … more

By Paul Bryan Jones | 2/19/18 03:14 PM

Taoseños talk tips for raising backyard chickens

I first became aware that many people in Taos raise chickens when my new neighbors broughttheir birds over from their previous house. They built the chicken pen up against our shared fence, which … more

By Cindy Brown
For The Taos News | 2/9/18 10:00 AM

Nettles, Stinging Nettles

Ortegilla (Spanish). Family: Urticaceae. Genus/species: Urtica dioica. more

By Rob Hawley
For The Taos News | 2/9/18 02:02 AM

Getting to know our wintertime bird friends

This winter is bringing a wide variety of birds to Santa Fe backyards. Here are a few common questions I've been hearing lately.Question: What is the large bird … more

By Anne Schmauss
For The New Mexican | 2/2/18 02:13 PM

Resolving 'plant blindness' at the time of light

Plant blindness is the inability to see or notice the plants in one's own environment, leading to the inability to recognize the importance of plants in the biosphere and in human affairs. more

By Charlene Johnson
For The Taos News | 1/11/18 05:03 PM

Ag extension offers master gardener classes

Want to become a master at gardening?Whether you are a beginner or have been gardening for years, learn more about growing produce in the Taos County high desert. The classes will cover plant … more

Submitted report | 1/11/18 04:44 PM

Ice-free birdbaths important in mild winters too

Although much of the late fall and early winter has been mild, the nights have been cold, below freezing, and we've seen little precipitation. As a result, birds don't have much to … more

By Anne Schmauss | 1/4/18 04:36 PM

Anise

Anise (Pimpinella anisum) Anis (Español)Plant family: ApiaceaeThe seeds of anise have a distinct licorice-like flavor that makes them the "must have" flavoring for biscochito holiday cookies … more

By Rob Hawley
For The Taos News | 12/14/17 03:43 PM

A welcoming home for the holidays

This is a time of year for celebrating; for welcoming family and friends into our homes. The winter season in Taos is infused with tradition and enriched by the deep faith of its people. Glowing … more

By Cindy Brown
For The Taos News | 12/14/17 03:39 PM

Identifying the birds in your backyard can be a challenge

This fall has been a terrific time for watching backyard birds. Not only are we seeing a large number of birds, but the variety has been wonderful. In the fall we normally see more jays, juncos, … more

By Anne Schmauss
For The New Mexican | 12/4/17 06:13 PM