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New Mexico Advocates Push Back on Proposed Psilocybin Rules
Advocates in New Mexico are criticizing the Department of Health's draft regulations for the Medical Psilocybin Program, which would require patients to be certified by a clinician holding a state controlled substances number.
Psychedelics Today
New Mexico Advocates Push Back on Proposed Psilocybin Rules
Investigation uncovers illegal cannabis operation in Torrance County
The Regulation and Licensing Department’s Enforcement Bureau and the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission executed a search warrant at a large-scale illegal cannabis farm in Torrance County. Agents seized approximately 6,300 illegal cannabis plants during the operation.
Regulation & Licensing Department - Official State of New Mexico Website
Investigation uncovers illegal cannabis operation in Torrance County
Cannabis retailers say New Mexico's new mandated system is losing them tens of thousands of dollars
Cannabis businesses across New Mexico are reporting significant financial losses and technical issues following the rollout of the new New Mexico Seed to Sale (NMS2S) tracking system. Retailers have experienced miscategorized products and manual entry errors, leading some to consider returning to court for relief.
Source New Mexico
Cannabis retailers say New Mexico's new mandated system is losing them tens of thousands of dollars
NM Cannabis Businesses Sue to Halt Track-and-Trace
On August 24, 2026, a coalition of New Mexico cannabis businesses and the Cannabis Association of New Mexico filed a lawsuit against state regulators. The plaintiffs are seeking a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to pause the rollout of a new seed-to-sale tracking system. Industry members argue they need more time to provide feedback on how the system will impact their operations, as reported by [New Mexico Cannabis Businesses Ask Judge to Halt ...](https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/us-states/new-mexico/news/15833190/new-mexico-cannabis-businesses-ask-judge-to-halt-new-trackandtrace-system).
Cannabis Business Times
NM Cannabis Businesses Sue to Halt Track-and-Trace
New Mexico Transitions to New Cannabis Tracking System
New Mexico is moving all licensed cannabis businesses from BioTrack to a new state-specific seed-to-sale system between August 25 and September 4, 2026. Retail sales will continue during the transition, but testing laboratories will temporarily pause receiving new samples. Most nonretail transfers will also halt while inventory migrates to the new platform.
CED Clinic
New Mexico Transitions to New Cannabis Tracking System
NM Cannabis Industry Braces for Tracking System Switch
New Mexico is preparing to migrate to a new cannabis tracking system, which state officials believe will bring long-term stability. However, local cannabis businesses are expressing concerns over potential revenue losses and technical issues during the transition, according to the Albuquerque Journal's report on how the [Cannabis industry fears rocky transition as New Mexico prepares to switch tracking system](https://www.abqjournal.com/business/cannabis-industry-fears-rocky-transition-as-new-mexico-prepares-to-switch-tracking-system/3106223).
Albuquerque Journal
NM Cannabis Industry Braces for Tracking System Switch
NM Cannabis Excise Tax Increases to 14% in July 2026
As part of New Mexico's scheduled tax structure, the state's recreational cannabis excise tax officially increased to 14% on July 1, 2026. While adult-use consumers will see this tax hike, medical marijuana remains exempt from the excise tax under state law. Regulators have also ramped up compliance enforcement regarding product testing and THC limits this year, according to [How New Mexico Cannabis Became Legal: A Complete Timeline](https://mymmjdoctor.com/blog/new-mexico/new-mexico-cannabis-legalization-timeline).
My MMJ Doctor
NM Cannabis Excise Tax Increases to 14% in July 2026
Federal Rescheduling Impacts NM Cannabis Industry
The federal government has reclassified medical marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3. This change allows New Mexico cannabis businesses to claim tax write-offs previously unavailable to them. Experts advise dispensaries to keep medical and recreational records separate as federal guidance evolves.
KOAT
Federal Rescheduling Impacts NM Cannabis Industry
2026 Guide to New Mexico Cannabis Laws for Visitors
A newly updated 2026 guide outlines New Mexico's recreational and medical cannabis laws for out-of-state visitors. It clarifies that adults 21 and older can legally purchase and possess up to two ounces of flower. The guide also warns visitors about strict federal laws regarding crossing state lines or visiting federal lands like Carlsbad Caverns.
Bud Board Dispensary
2026 Guide to New Mexico Cannabis Laws for Visitors
Tax Hike Squeezes NM Cannabis Dispensaries and Buyers
New Mexico's state-regulated recreational marijuana industry is facing the impacts of a 1% increase in the state's cannabis excise tax rate. The tax hike, which took effect in July, brings the total excise tax to 13%. Retailers will face this annual increase each July for the next five years.
Santa Fe New Mexican
Tax Hike Squeezes NM Cannabis Dispensaries and Buyers
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