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New Mexico Cottage Food Laws
NMQuick Summary
Food freedom law allows broad homemade food sales.
Summary
New Mexico allows certain low-risk homemade foods to be prepared in a private farm, ranch, or residence and sold directly to consumers under the Homemade Food Act.
Quick Facts
General Allowed Food Definition
Foods that do not require refrigeration and are considered shelf-stable under normal conditions.
Foods that are not time or temperature controlled for safety (non-TCS foods).
Examples typically include baked goods, candies, dry goods, and similar shelf-stable products.
Review the official state source for the exact definition, restrictions, and excluded foods.
Sales Types
Direct sales to consumers as allowed under the Homemade Food Act.
Getting Started
What You Should Do First
Review the New Mexico Homemade Food Act, confirm your product is a low-risk homemade food, complete any required food safety training, and prepare labels before selling.
Common Issues
Only certain low-risk foods qualify. Direct-to-consumer structure and current state guidance should be reviewed before selling.
Reproducibility Note
Initial source-first import using official state source.
Labeling
New Mexico requires labeling and state guidance should be followed for required homemade food disclosures.
Required Label Items
Follow current New Mexico Homemade Food Act guidance
Include required homemade food labeling and disclosure information
Required Disclaimer
This product was produced in a home kitchen that is not subject to state licensure or inspection.
Allergen Statement Required
Varies
Labeling Notes
Use the current New Mexico Homemade Food Act page and state guidance for exact labeling requirements.
Official Source
Example Label
Source: New Mexico Environment Department – Homemade Food Act
Last Reviewed: 2026-04-18 00:13:22
Source Checked: 2026-04-18 00:13:22
