OrderPost
Upload any post, flyer, or menu screenshot.
New Mexico Cottage Food Laws
Everything you need to know about selling homemade food from your kitchen in New Mexico.
New Mexico's Homemade Food Act explicitly bans cities and counties from restricting cottage food operations — meaning no local government in the state can stop you from selling homemade food, a protection almost no other state offers.
Overview
New Mexico receives a grade of A (Very Friendly) for cottage food friendliness. The state has no annual revenue cap. Sellers need product labeling. Online sales are allowed, and delivery is permitted. Allowed items include Baked goods, Candy, Chocolate, Honey, Nut butters, and Oils, and 10 more categories. Restricted items include Perishable baked goods, Acidified foods, Pickles, and Salsas, among others. The 2021 Homemade Food Act (HB 177) created one of the most producer-friendly laws in the nation: no revenue cap, no permit required, and broad sales channels including online and mail order. Food safety training is mandatory. The law explicitly prevents local governments from banning home food operations. No wholesale or restaurant sales. Must maintain sanitary kitchen conditions and keep children/pets out during production.
Annual revenue cap
No cap
Requirements
✓No license required
✓Labeling required
✓Delivery allowed
✓Online sales allowed
Sales channels
What you can sell
What you can't sell
Notes
The 2021 Homemade Food Act (HB 177) created one of the most producer-friendly laws in the nation: no revenue cap, no permit required, and broad sales channels including online and mail order. Food safety training is mandatory. The law explicitly prevents local governments from banning home food operations. No wholesale or restaurant sales. Must maintain sanitary kitchen conditions and keep children/pets out during production.
Frequently asked questions about New Mexico cottage food laws
Common questions about selling homemade food in New Mexico, updated for 2026.
- Can you sell food from home in New Mexico in 2026?
- Yes, New Mexico has a cottage food law that allows selling homemade food from a residential kitchen. No license or permit is required to start selling. New Mexico earns a grade of A (Very Friendly) for cottage food friendliness.
- Do I need a license to sell food from home in New Mexico?
- No, New Mexico does not require a license or permit to sell cottage food from your home kitchen. However, proper product labeling is required.
- How much money can you make selling cottage food in New Mexico?
- New Mexico has no annual revenue cap on cottage food sales. There is no legal limit on how much you can earn selling homemade food from your kitchen.
- What foods can you sell from home in New Mexico?
- In New Mexico, allowed cottage food items include Baked goods, Candy, Chocolate, Honey, Nut butters, Oils, Syrups, Dried fruits, Dried vegetables, Pasta, Cereals, Jams, Jellies, Granola, Popcorn, and Carbonated drinks. Items you cannot sell under cottage food law include Perishable baked goods, Acidified foods, Pickles, Salsas, Sauces, Ketchup, Mustards, Low-acid canned foods, Candied apples, and Baked goods with alcohol.
- Can I sell jams from home in New Mexico?
- Yes, jams are on the list of allowed cottage food items in New Mexico. All cottage food products must be sold according to New Mexico's labeling, sales channel, and other requirements.
- Can I sell honey from home in New Mexico?
- Yes, honey is on the list of allowed cottage food items in New Mexico. All cottage food products must be sold according to New Mexico's labeling, sales channel, and other requirements.
- Can I sell pickles in New Mexico under cottage food laws?
- No, pickles are restricted under New Mexico's cottage food law. Selling pickles typically requires a commercial kitchen license or other permits.
- Can I sell salsas in New Mexico under cottage food laws?
- No, salsas are restricted under New Mexico's cottage food law. Selling salsas typically requires a commercial kitchen license or other permits.
- Can you sell cottage food online in New Mexico?
- Yes, New Mexico allows online sales of cottage food products. Delivery and shipping within the state are also permitted.
- Can I sell at farmers markets in New Mexico?
- Yes, farmers markets are an approved sales channel for cottage food in New Mexico. Other allowed channels include Events, Farm stands, Home pickup, Mail order, Online sales, and Delivery.
- What labeling is required for cottage food in New Mexico?
- New Mexico requires labeling on all cottage food products. Labels typically must include your business name, address, product name, ingredients list, allergen warnings, net weight, and a disclaimer stating the product was made in a home kitchen. Check your state's specific requirements for exact label content.
you're allowed to sell
Start taking orders in New Mexico.
OrderPost turns your social post into an order page. Upload a post, set your prices, share the link. No DM chaos.
Try OrderPost free →Compare with other states
States with similar cottage food rules
View all 50 states →More free tools for sellers
What You're Really Making
See your real hourly wage as a home baker. Enter your costs, time, and prices to find out if you're undercharging.
Recipe Pricing Calculator
Know your real cost per item. Add ingredients, labor, and overhead to find the price that actually makes you money.
Pickup Window Planner
Plan your pickup windows before you post. Set days, hours, and capacity so customers pick a slot instead of flooding your DMs.
Cottage Food Label Generator
Pick your state, add your product details, and download a print-ready label that meets your local cottage food requirements.
Order Deposit Calculator
Figure out the right deposit for custom orders. See what you'd lose on a no-show at different deposit levels.
Drop Capacity Calculator
How many orders can you actually handle? Enter your prep time and available hours to find your real limit before you post.
Disclaimer:This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Cottage food laws change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state's department of agriculture before selling. OrderPost is not responsible for any actions taken based on this information.