2025 Diamond in the Rough Award Nominations

The ‘Diamond in the Rough’ award was created to recognize an outstanding woman in New Mexico agriculture and highlight her efforts and contributions. Initiated by the Women in Agriculture Leadership Conference (WALC) and its various sponsors, the award has been presented at each of the previous conferences during a special awards ceremony.

Nominations are currently being accepted for women who, through their actions, strive to make New Mexico’s agricultural industry a prosperous and viable component of the Land of Enchantment. This conference, held every two years, draws women from all types of agriculture.

“Today’s agricultural women are integral parts of their families’ agricultural operations, in addition to their traditional roles, and we feel they deserve to be recognized for their contributions,” said Erica Valdez, Diamond in the Rough Committee Chair.