STEWARD + SALES COORDINATOR

Hello!
My name is Alberto Santiago Romero. I grew up in New Mexico and was always enamored with the high desert beauty of this state .
However, it wasn't until moving to Oregon that I grew a passion for agriculture. I lived there for 4 years and worked with small dairy’s, homesteaders, foragers, and organic farms all along the Willamette River.

As someone who cares about soil, people’s relationship with the Earth and building community through food accessibility, my objective is to learn about all aspects of suitability. Food production, building techniques, and medicine are all things I believe are valuable to this objective. Chispas will provide an opportunity to practice natural agriculture methods I am passionate about, continue to learn about soil restoration and teach others the importance to living with the Earth rather than on top of it.

I'm excited to bring these goals and principles home to Albuquerque, where we can feed, education and grow with our community.

STEWARD + CSA MANAGER + LIVESTOCK LEAD

Sal has been a crew member at Chispas for 6 seasons and enjoys all aspects of farming.

They are one of the farm stewards, and are an integral part of the farm with a special interest in tending the animals, coordinating the CSA, and running community events.

VISIONEER + STEWARD 2017-2025

Starting in 2017, Casey's leadership and vision helped turn the farm from run-down neglected fields into the beautiful place it is today. They continue to be supportive of farm operations through helping occasionally run CSA pickups, working the farmers market, and being a mentor and support system for the next generation of long term stewards as they assume leadership at Chispas! 

Casey has been farming in the Middle Rio Grande Valley since 2011. They are committed to effecting positive social change around small-scale sustainable agriculture in the Middle Rio Grande Valley. They strive to make access to nutritious, enriching food more affordable for underprivileged families while providing opportunities for their community to reconnect to the region’s agricultural roots and culture. Casey loves what they do and plans on farming for the rest of their life.

FARMER + VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Evelyn is our exceptional volunteer Coordinator and farmer of 6 seasons. They have a deep understanding of the farm and help keep the flow running smoothly for our internal people systems as well as our physical farming systems.

If you have emailed us, volunteered, or scheduled events/classes with the farm you have likely spoken with Evelyn.

FARMER

Lindsey has a deep love for vegetables and a passion for sharing that love!

She has been with Chispas for 5 seasons, and works hard to make sure the community has access to our goods.

FARMER + ANIMAL TENDER

Ian is a long time grower and healer. They believe good food is the foundation to good health and everyone deserves access to both of those things.

They have spent many years developing relationship with the plants and the land. They are one of the gentle tenders to our community of humans, animals, and plants.

FARMER

Nico is starting her 5th season farming, 3 of which have been at Chispas. She is our current school groups and food safety coordinator, and loves blending farming with education.