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Marketing and Economic Development
- The New Mexico Agricultural Market Development Act of 1979 legally defines the responsibilities and limitations of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) for assisting in the development and expansion of markets for New Mexico farm and ranch products.
- The New Mexico Produce Marketing Act promotes the development of the produce industry in the state by ensuring fair practices throughout all marketing channels (from receiving through sales). The Act also authorizes NMDA to issue the proper licensing and bonding of produce brokers, packers, and wholesalers.
- The New Mexico Commodity Commission Act defines the process of determining the need or demand for the creation of a new commodity commission and sets forth the operational guidelines once a commission is formed. The state director of agriculture is responsible for ensuring each commission operates within the guidelines of the Act.
- The New Mexico Specialty Crops Act enables NMDA to develop and expand markets for high-value agricultural products (specialty crops) both domestically and internationally.
- The New Mexico Sheep and Goat Council Act outlines the official rules and regulations of which the Council adopted upon its inception in 1997.
- The New Mexico Beef Council Act of 1978 encompasses the operational guidelines of the Council. Council members represent cattle producers, milk producers, and cattle feeders from around the state. The Council operates on assessments collected upon inspection at sale time. The funds are used to contract research, study legislation, and conduct promotions on behalf of the industry.
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GAP GHP Audit Funding Available From NMDA
