NMSU presents AI institute projects: precision ranching, extension chatbot and 4‑H curriculum updates

Aug 14, 2025

New Mexico State University described a new Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning and several pilot projects applying AI to agriculture and rural services, including virtual fencing and precision‑ranching monitoring, an extension chatbot built on validated extension data and an AI‑enhanced 4‑H curriculum.

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Enrico Pantale, dean and director of a new NMSU Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning, told the committee that the university is bringing together campus expertise to apply AI to state priorities and to expand AI education for students and K–12 teachers.

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