Whether you're a current Socorro Farmers Market vendor or interested in becoming one, the resources below can help you find information about permits, licensing, food requirements, agricultural regulations, market requirements, nutrition programs, taxes, and other requirements that may apply to your business.
Please note: Socorro Farmers Market provides these resources for informational purposes only. Vendors are responsible for determining and maintaining all licenses, permits, certifications, registrations, and other requirements applicable to their products and business. Requirements may vary by product and may change. Please contact the appropriate agency directly with questions about your specific products.
Fresh Produce Vendors
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
For information about requirements that may apply to growers and sellers of fresh produce, agricultural products, labeling, commercial scales, weights and measures, and other agricultural regulations.
Website: New Mexico Department of Agriculture
Phone: (575) 646-3007
Food & Beverage Vendors
New Mexico Environment Department — Food Program
For questions about food permits, prepared foods and beverages, temporary food establishments, food safety requirements, and whether your food operation requires an NMED permit.
Website: NMED Food Program
NMED: (800) 219-6157
Socorro Environmental Health Office: (575) 835-1287
New Mexico Homemade Food Act
For information about producing and selling qualifying homemade foods without an NMED food establishment permit.
Website: NMED Homemade Food Act FAQ
Socorro Environmental Health Office: (575) 835-1287
Not sure whether your product qualifies? Contact NMED directly for guidance on your specific product and any applicable requirements.
NMSU Food Safety Laboratory
For food-safety consultation, product and process evaluation, laboratory testing, and assistance when the safety or classification of a food product is unclear.
Website: NMSU Food Safety Laboratory
Phone: (575) 646-7345
Email: nmsu_fsl@nmsu.edu
Processed & Value-Added Food Vendors
Products such as jams, jellies, salsa, pickles, chile products, sauces, and other processed or value-added foods may have different requirements depending on the product and how it is prepared.
For questions about whether a specific product may be produced under the Homemade Food Act or requires additional permitting or processing requirements, contact the New Mexico Environment Department Food Program.
Website: NMED Food Program
NMED: (800) 219-6157
Socorro Environmental Health Office: (575) 835-1287
Egg Vendors
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
For information about requirements for selling eggs in New Mexico, including licensing or registration, grading, labeling, handling, and other applicable requirements.
Website: New Mexico Department of Agriculture Egg Licensing
Phone: (575) 646-3007
Vendors should contact NMDA directly to determine which requirements apply to their operation.
Meat & Poultry Vendors
New Mexico Livestock Board
For information about requirements that may apply to meat and poultry products, including inspection and processing requirements.
Website: New Mexico Livestock Board
Phone: (505) 841-6161
Requirements may vary depending on the type of product and how and where it is processed. Vendors should contact the appropriate regulatory agency directly before selling meat or poultry products.
Dairy Vendors
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
For information about requirements related to milk, cheese, and other dairy products sold in New Mexico.
Website: New Mexico Department of Agriculture Dairy Permits
Phone: (575) 646-3007
Honey Vendors
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
Pure honey is defined as a raw agricultural commodity. Therefore, pure honey producers are not required to obtain a food processor permit. Honey producers do, however, come under the NM Food Act, requiring them to label their products and prohibiting adulteration of their products. Honeys with additives such as herbs are, however, subject to the food processing regulations, as these additives may change the chemistry of the honey and affect its anti-microbial properties.
For more information, contact Ken Hays of the New Mexico Bee Keepers' Association at (505) 869-2369.
Plant & Flower Vendors
New Mexico Department of Agriculture — Nursery Licensing
For information about requirements for selling plants, nursery stock, floral stock, vegetable plants, cacti, and other regulated plant material.
Website: NMDA Nursery Licensing
Phone: (575) 646-3207
Email: nursery@nmda.nmsu.edu
NMDA also provides information about Farmers Market Inspection Certificates for qualifying growers selling plants at registered farmers markets.
Arts, Crafts & Handmade Products
Socorro Farmers Market has specific requirements for arts, crafts, handmade products, and other non-food items sold at the market. These requirements include guidelines regarding handmade products, resale, commercially manufactured products or components, and other items eligible for sale.
Not sure whether your product qualifies? Contact the Socorro Farmers Market Manager before submitting your application or bringing a new product to the market.
Massage Therapy Vendors
New Mexico Massage Therapy Board
For information about New Mexico massage therapist licensing, renewals, and requirements for providing massage therapy services.
Website: New Mexico Massage Therapy Board
Phone: (505) 476-4622
Email: massage.board@rld.nm.gov
WIC & Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
New Mexico Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
For information about the Farmers' Market Nutrition Program for eligible WIC participants, seniors, and participating farmers.
Website: New Mexico Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
FMNP: (505) 469-0548
New Mexico WIC: (866) 867-3124
Interested in participating? Contact the Socorro Farmers Market Manager for information about eligibility, required training, and enrollment.
SNAP & Double Up Food Bucks
Double Up Food Bucks New Mexico
For information about SNAP incentives and Double Up Food Bucks at participating New Mexico farmers markets.
Website: Double Up Food Bucks New Mexico
Interested in participating? Contact the Socorro Farmers Market Manager for information about eligibility and enrollment.
New Mexico Farmers' Marketing Association
For resources and support for New Mexico farmers, vendors, and farmers markets, including education, food-safety information, programs, and other market resources.
Website: New Mexico Farmers' Marketing Association
Phone: (505) 983-4010
Business & Tax Information
New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department
For New Mexico business tax registration, Gross Receipts Tax (GRT), filing, payment, and other state tax questions.
Website: New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department — Businesses
Tax Call Center: (866) 285-2996