New Mexico is defined by its Hatch green chile, which anchors a unique food culture. The state produces the vast majority of US chile peppers and has a growing organic pecan industry.
These agricultural products form the foundation of New Mexico's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 320 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 8,200 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 122 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 1,280 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
New Mexico has approximately 1,280 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in New Mexico include Cattle, Dairy, Pecans, Chile peppers, Hay. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
New Mexico has approximately 122 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
New Mexico is known for specialty foods including Green chile stew, Sopapillas, Biscochitos, Carne adovada. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
New Mexico's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 8,200 workers across 320 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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