New Mexico is a ‘Right to Farm’ State
Sustaining Farming in Corrales for Generations to Come
The Corrales Farmers’ Cooperative is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and supporting multi-generational farming in the Rio Grande Valley through advocacy, education, and action.
Featured Farmer
Parenthetical Farms is a small micro-farm in Corrales founded in December 2024 by farmer Ben Dickerson. Built on regenerative agriculture practices, the farm focuses on growing seasonal produce while caring for the soil and supporting local biodiversity. What was once pasture land and later a horse property has now returned to food production, continuing Corrales’ agricultural heritage. Each season reflects a renewed commitment to thoughtful land stewardship and local food.
Rooted in Corrales’ Agricultural Tradition
The Village of Corrales contains some of the most fertile land in the Rio Grande Valley and has been farmed for hundreds of years. Acequias dating back to the 18th century have nourished the fields of generations of farmers.
Today, drought, development pressure, and climate change threaten this way of life. Established in 2025 as a 501(c)(3), the Corrales Farmers’ Cooperative exists to ensure that farming in Corrales continues into the future.
Photo Credit: Corrales Historical Society
Advocacy. Education. Action.
Action
We actively pursue grants and partnerships that support individual farmers and strengthen the agricultural community as a whole. Our work focuses on practical solutions that help farming remain viable in Corrales.
Advocacy
Advocating for farming in Corrales can mean talking with neighbors about the importance of buying local produce or urging elected representatives to support policies that protect agriculture. When our voices come together, they carry more weight.
Education
We provide educational opportunities for the public, farmers, elected officials, and government entities. These efforts focus on the challenges facing Corrales farmers, new approaches to growing in a warming climate, and creating networks for farmers to share information with one another.
Powered by Community
The Corrales Farmers’ Cooperative relies on volunteers and members who care deeply about preserving Corrales’ farming tradition.
When you join CFC:
You join neighbors who value agriculture and want to see it continue
Your membership helps cover essential administrative costs such as insurance, filing fees, and maintaining this website
Community-Led Leadership
CFC is guided by a volunteer board made up of farmers and community members committed to sustaining agriculture in Corrales.
