There are 4 MAJOR Industries in New Mexico : Mining , Oil , Natural Gas , & Tourism 

Mining plays a big role in New Mexico . 
Coal Mining in New Mexico has been vital during the past century. Mining includes : potash, copper , silver & uranium . 

New Mexico oil production is on pace to reach 80 million barrels for 2012. 

New Mexico's marketed production of natural gas accounted for 5.3% of U.S. marketed natural gas production in 2011 , despite a decrease in 2007 and 2011 . 

New Mexico is the Land of Enchantment offering a diverse travel experience rich in natural beauty , alive with history and vibrant with urban growth.