Quetzalcoatl Temple – Arenas Valley, New Mexico
Grant Award: $2,995
Project: Construct a walipini (a sunken passive solar greenhouse) to support year-round cultivation of heirloom vegetables, medicinal plants, and Ayurvedic herbs.
Outcome: Quetzalcoatl Temple has completed construction of its walipini, creating a climate-stable growing environment that will extend the farm’s season and protect sensitive plants from temperature extremes. Beginning in March, the space will be used to start seedlings for on-site production and community plant giveaways, increasing access to culturally significant and medicinal crops.
This investment strengthens the farm’s commitment to regenerative growing and community resilience by enabling consistent, year-round cultivation in a region marked by challenging climate conditions.
