New Mexico Pet Food Regulations

Commercial feed licensing, AAFCO compliance, and labeling requirements for pet treat businesses

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Overview

New Mexico requires commercial feed registration through the Department of Agriculture, Feed and Seed Division. Annual license $35 plus $20 per product. New Mexico has relatively low fees. AAFCO labeling compliance required.

Feed License

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AAFCO Model

Unknown

Annual Fee

Varies

Per Product Fee

N/A

Legal Citation: NMSA 1978 § 76-19A-1 et seq. (New Mexico Commercial Feed Law)

Last verified: 2/28/2026

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