FY 2026 HFFF Awardees

$20,000 + TA | Alamogordo Mainstreet in partnership with the With Many Hands Urban Farmer Co-op | Alamogordo

The Alamogordo Mainstreet and the With Many Hands Urban Farmer Co-op will scale local food distribution by adding refrigerated transport, improving supply chain efficiency for area producers. The project expands reliable access to fresh food in underserved communities while advancing regional economic development.

$20,000 + TA | Armijo Farms | Bosque

Armijo Farm will upgrade its harvest facility to improve food safety, expand seedling production, and increase capacity for local fruit processing. These improvements strengthen operations, supporting greater food access and positioning the farm for future growth and market expansion.

$50,000 | Bamboo Farms LLC | Ribera

Operation Aggregate and Feed the Northeast: This project will expand aggregation capacity and cold storage infrastructure to support small and mid-scale producers in northeastern New Mexico. By improving post-harvest handling, storage, and distribution systems, Bamboo Farms will strengthen regional supply chains, increase access to institutional markets, and improve food availability in rural communities.

$100,000 | Bidii Baby Foods | Shiprock

CHIYAAN (Child Health Improvement through Youth and Agriculture Network): Bidii Baby Foods is investing in hydroponic production infrastructure at its CHIYAAN facility to enable year-round supply of locally grown produce to schools, food banks, and retail markets, strengthening in-state market channels and expanding healthy food access across the Navajo Nation and northwest New Mexico.

$50,000 | Bluffs Farm, LLC | Farmington

Irrigation Improvements: This project will modernize irrigation systems to increase water efficiency and agricultural productivity. It supports sustainable farming practices and strengthens local food production..

$100,000 | C4 Enterprises, Inc. | Tierra Amarilla

Delivery Efficiency and Capacity Improvement Project: This project will invest in a refrigerated vehicle for delivering locally raised beef products. It will increase efficiency, expand access to institutional buyers, and improve the resilience and reach of northern New Mexico’s food distribution network.

$50,000 | Dixon Cooperative Market Inc. | Dixon

Equip the Back! The Healthy Food Financing Fund Project: This project will install essential cold storage and food handling equipment to increase the market’s ability to source and sell local products. It will strengthen local supply chains and expand access to fresh, healthy foods.

$20,000 + TA | Field of Our Dreams Market Farm | Clovis

Field of Our Dreams Market Farm will invest in mechanization equipment to improve efficiency, reduce labor constraints, and increase production capacity, positioning the operation for expanded distribution to hundreds of households. This initial phase strengthens core farm operations and builds the foundation for future infrastructure investments and long-term market growth.

$150,000 | Fiesta Meats LLC | Elephant Butte
Mobilizing Food Equity: Bringing USDA-Certified Meat Processing to Underserved Communities: This project will bring USDA-certified processing through a mobile unit to connect small New Mexico ranchers with institutional buyers, increasing access to affordable local protein.

$20,000 + TA | Garcia Road Farm | El Prado

Garcia Farms will invest in core infrastructure for cold storage, wash/pack, harvest, and field production systems to improve efficiency and food safety in its launch year. These upgrades close critical startup gaps in processing and delivery capacity, strengthening production reliability and expanding access to locally grown food in underserved communities.

$20,000 + TA | Gathings Community Gardens | Farmington

The Second Harvest Alliance will invest in shared food processing infrastructure in San Juan County to reduce food waste and expand access to locally grown produce. By equipping a cooperative system for juicing and freeze-drying surplus fruits and vegetables, the project strengthens local farm viability and increases year-round availability of shelf-stable foods for community and food bank distribution.

$20,000 + TA | GrowRaton | Raton

The HFFF Technical Assistance Grant will support predevelopment planning for the conversion of an existing building into a shared-use commercial kitchen. Funding will support early design and planning activities to ensure the facility is fully compliant and ready for food production and incubation of local entrepreneurs.

$50,000 | HawkMoth Farm | Anton Chico

Upcycling Waste Wool for Water Conservation and Soil Health: This innovative project will develop systems to process waste wool into soil amendments that improve water retention and soil health. It supports sustainable agriculture practices while creating new value-added products from agricultural byproducts.

$100,000 | Indigenous Farm Hub (NACA-Inspired Schools Network) | Corrales

Healthy Harvest Infrastructure Project: The Indigenous Farm Hub will develop critical infrastructure including wash and pack stations, cold storage, and irrigation systems. This project will increase production capacity, improve food safety, and expand market opportunities for Indigenous and small-scale farmers.

$50,000 | Meals on Wheels New Mexico | Albuquerque

Feasibility Study and Pilot for Frozen Meal Expansion: This initiative will assess and pilot a frozen meal distribution system to expand access to medically tailored meals. The project includes establishing freezer hubs and increasing the integration of locally sourced foods to better serve vulnerable populations across New Mexico.

$50,000 | MoGro Mobile Grocery | Albuquerque

MoGro’s Fresh Routes for New Mexico, Refrigerated Delivery Expansion: This project will expand MoGro’s refrigerated distribution capacity, improving delivery efficiency and enabling broader access to fresh, healthy foods. It will strengthen partnerships with local producers and increase food access in underserved communities statewide.

$20,000 + TA | Monticello Rural Farms LLC | Monticello

.Monticello Rural Farms will use HFFF Technical Assistance to support a waste-to-fertilizer project that improves local soil health and nutrient cycling in Sierra County. The project will enhance the farm’s ability to convert livestock manure into usable fertilizer through improved transport and pelletizing systems. This will increase access to affordable, locally produced soil amendments for small farms and home gardeners.

$150,000 | Mountainair Heritage Meat Processing, Inc. | Mountainair
Improving Sustainable Meat Processing with Biovator Equipment: This project will allow the reopening and upgrade of the processing facility with new waste management infrastructure to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Enhancements will strengthen local meat processing capacity and support regional ranchers.

$50,000 | Naturally New Mexico Food Products LLC | El Rito

Naturally New Mexico Foods LLC is expanding its operations with a new livestock weigh station and electronic scale, boosting production efficiency, animal welfare, and local access to culturally grounded, high-quality meat across New Mexico.

$50,000 | Reunity Resources | Santa Fe

Growing Capacity, Growing Community: Greenhouse Expansion Project: This project will expand greenhouse infrastructure to increase year-round food production. It supports community-based agriculture and improves access to fresh produce.

$75,000 | Rio Lucero Farms | El Prado

Rio Lucero Farms will leverage Economic Development New Mexico’s HFFF investment to establish a year-round farm store in Taos County, expanding market access for regional producers while increasing reliable, affordable access to locally grown foods in an underserved rural community.

$150,000 | Sangre de Cristo Valley Market | Questa

Essential Facilities Upgrade: Structural Flooring Replacement Project: This project will replace critical structural flooring to ensure the long-term safety and stability of the market. The upgrade will help maintain access to fresh, affordable food for the Questa community.

$100,000 | Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute | Santa Fe

Local Food for All Expansion Project: This initiative will expand programs that increase access to local foods for low-income residents while supporting farmers. It includes scaling storage & distribution, strengthening partnerships, and enhancing food access through the farmers’ market network.

$50,000 | Street Food Institute | Albuquerque

La Tiendita de Barelas: The Street Food Institute is launching a community-based food access point that will provide fresh, local foods while supporting food entrepreneurs. The project will enhance food access and economic opportunity in the Barelas neighborhood.

$20,000 + TA | Unity Community Ministries Trust | Las Cruces

Unity Community Ministries Trust will expand the Regenerative Seed and Soil Hub’s capacity to produce and distribute climate-smart soil amendments and locally adapted seeds. Funding will support key equipment including a dump trailer, soil screening system, and seed processing tools to improve efficiency and product quality. These investments will strengthen regional soil health systems and improve access to regenerative inputs for growers across Southern New Mexico.

$20,000 + TA | Zamin Greens LLC | Las Cruces

Zamin Greens LLC is expanding its vegetable production in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to increase water-efficient, year-round growing capacity and improve access to fresh produce in underserved communities. The project includes a high tunnel, raised beds, drip irrigation, and shade infrastructure to extend the growing season, reduce water use, and strengthen supply to schools, nurseries, and regional food hubs.