Prickly pear production in Mexico grows in 2020

Published Aug 2, 2021

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The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in Mexico announced the availability of a diverse supply of prickly pears for the coming season, from July to September, covering 16 states and covering an area of 45,140 hectares. Despite 97.3% of production being done temporarily, the industry saw an increase in production in 2020, reaching 471,427 tons, with significant contributions from the States of Mexico, Puebla, and Zacatecas. Mexico's prickly pear production is not only self-sufficient but also has a trade history, with exports reaching 22,793 tons in 2020 to countries like the US, Chile, and the UAE. The fruit is valued for its nutritional benefits, including fiber, vitamins, minerals, and proteins, and is used in various food and beverage products. Recent research has also highlighted its potential in treating diabetes due to its unique ability to enhance insulin use, adding to its health benefits.

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AGRICULTURE PRESS RELEASE (SADER). The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development explained that this fruit is grown in 16 states of the Republic, which involve an area of 45,140 hectares, according to figures from the Agrifood and Fisheries Information Service (SIAP). The genetic richness of the nopal allows the obtaining of prickly pears with a diversity of shades: green, yellow, white. The varieties produced in the country are alfajayucan, yellow, burrón white, crystalline white, creole, pico chulo, red and xoconoxtle. The prickly pear provides vitamins, minerals and proteins, it is juicy, healthy and with excellent properties for digestion due to the fiber contained in its seeds. Derived from the seven states that produce in irrigation mode, the fruit can be found in the national market throughout the year, however, its season runs from July to September. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development announced that the supply of prickly pear is guaranteed for this ...

Source: Inforural