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Albuquerque meat processor expands, adding 10 jobs
No Bull Prime Meats, a Northeast Albuquerque meat processing company that sources livestock from its ranch in McIntosh, is expanding operations with assistance from an economic development grant that will help create jobs, increase processing capacity, and strengthen...
State awards over $7 million to support advanced energy sector
Nine advanced energy companies in New Mexico received a share of $7.5 million in New Mexico Advanced Energy Award grants designed to accelerate technology advancement and deployment and attract companies to the state.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 7, 2026 State awards...
$12 million approved to support more than 440 jobs this quarter
The state’s Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) rounded out the fiscal year by approving funds to hire, train and upskill over 440 New Mexicans. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 1, 2026 $12 million approved to support more than 440 jobs this quarter Job training program...
State awards over $375,000 to support five business incubators
Five business incubators across New Mexico will share more than $375,000 in state grant money to help them pursue certification through the state Certified Business Incubator Program.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 23, 2026 State awards over $375,000 to support five...
State, City back spacecraft manufacturer, adding 152 jobs
New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque are investing more than $1.5 million to help BlackVe Inc., a defense and space technology company, expand its Albuquerque headquarters and create 152 high-paying jobs over the next 10 years.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 19, 2026...
State opens Trails+ Grant for outdoor recreation projects
New Mexico will open applications on July 1 for the Trails+ Grant program, making $12 million available for community outdoor recreation projects that expand outdoor trail access, support local economies and preserve the state's natural and cultural resources. FOR...
Advanced manufacturing expansion coming to Farmington
Colorado-based manufacturer Durango Machining Innovations (DMI) is expanding into Farmington, creating 22 high-wage jobs and supporting the growth of advanced manufacturing in the Four Corners region. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 9, 2026 Advanced manufacturing expansion...
State announces $4.5 million for outdoor youth programs
New Mexico is investing $4.5 million in youth outdoor programs after demand for the State’s Outdoor Equity Fund exceeded available funding by more than 90% last year, $3.7 million above the available amount. State announces $4.5 million for outdoor youth programs...
State launches advisory board to guide $200M investment
New Mexico’s new Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board held its inaugural meeting June 1, marking the beginning of formal oversight for more than $200 million in planned state technology and innovation investments. State launches advisory board to guide...
Southern New Mexico Berm Project reaches major milestone
A multi-mile protective berm designed to shield the Columbus Port of Entry and surrounding communities from recurring floods reached a key construction milestone as it marks the completion of Phase 3 of the project. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 1, 2026 Southern New...