This proposal reflects a growing concern about food affordability and economic stability in New Mexico.
The idea of a commission to study and address grocery costs is interesting, particularly with its focus on supporting local growers and evaluating price gouging laws.
However, the challenge will be whether this group can move beyond analysis and actually implement policies that have a tangible impact on food prices.
Given that food inflation is largely influenced by national and global economic factors—such as supply chain disruptions, fuel costs, and federal policies—it will be worth watching what specific strategies the commission might propose.
Encouraging more local food production and distribution could help, but how much of an effect would that have in the short term.