Creating the path from New Mexico's producers to plates across the state.

Path to Plate is New Mexico's local food marketplace, bridging the gap between producers and institutional and retail buyers.

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Producers

Farmers, ranchers and food entrepreneurs can list the products they have for sale.

Preview the Producer Directory

Buyers

Institutional buyers can source products from New Mexico producers and easily submit payment online.

Preview Producer Listings

Forward Agreements

The forward agreement portal enables producers and buyers to secure orders for the upcoming growing season.

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Who is Path to Plate for?

Producers

Farmers

Ranchers

Food Entrepreneurs

Buyers

School Districts

Hospitals

Restaurants

Food Banks

Senior Centers

Child Daycares

Food Hubs

Path to Plate
Features and Tools

Automated Inventory Management

Keep your inventory up-to-date automatically, so buyers always see what's available in real-time—saving you time and eliminating guesswork.

Messaging Center

Streamline your communication with secure, direct messaging. Keep documents, orders, logistics, and details all in one place.

Automated Invoices

Generate professional, accurate invoices effortlessly, cutting down on admin time and ensuring smooth transactions.

Advanced Search Filters

Quickly find exactly what you need with customizable filters for location, product type, food safety, and more.

Interactive User Mapping

See where buyers, producers, and distributors are located with an intuitive map, making connections and logistics simple.

Secure Direct Payments

We believe producers deserve quick and simple payment. Path to Plate provides direct, secure processing and peace of mind for every transaction.

Automated Notifications

Stay on top of everything with automated notifications for new messages, orders, and status changes—so you never miss a beat.

Forward Contract Templates

Plan ahead with customizable forward contracts that let you secure future orders and establish reliable agreements effortlessly.

Distribution Network
Solutions

Path to Plate facilitates local food delivery through a distribution ticketing system, connecting producers and buyers with distribution partners across the state.

The perfect option for:

Large volume orders
Cold-chain transport
Long distance delivery

How It Works

Send Distribution Ticket

Producer or buyer send out a "Distribution Ticket" to the distributor netowrk using Path to Plate.

Distributors Notified & Accept

Distributors are automatically notified and have the option to accept, decline, or request additional information.

Producer and Buyer Notified

Producer and buyer are notified when their distribution ticket has been accepted or if further information is needed.

Distributor Picks Up & Delivers

Distributor picks up and delivers product to the buyer!

Food Safety

Our Number One Priority

Path to Plate doesn't compromise on food safety. That's why each producer is required to provide proof of their food safety permits and certifications, which can easily be found on the producer's profile page.

Path to Plate, a project of New Mexico State University Extension,
is a proud partner of the New Mexico Grown Coalition

Pricing That Works for You

Simple, affordable pricing for producers to grow their business, and buyers to streamline access to fresh, local food. Monthly subscriptions offer flexibility, while annual plans provide the most value.

Creating the path from New Mexico's producers to plates across the state.

Producers

Buyers

Forward Agreements