Tlaxcala is a small state located in central Mexico, known for its agriculture and livestock production. Here are the top 10 agricultural products of Tlaxcala, along with approximate acreage, revenue, and other information:
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Corn: Corn is the most important crop in Tlaxcala, covering approximately 142,000 hectares of land. In 2020, the state produced around 360,000 tons of corn, with an estimated revenue of around $114 million USD.
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Beans: Beans are another important crop in Tlaxcala, covering around 65,000 hectares of land. The state produced approximately 36,000 tons of beans in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $35 million USD.
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Barley: Barley is grown on around 20,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. In 2020, the state produced approximately 35,000 tons of barley, with an estimated revenue of around $9 million USD.
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Wheat: Wheat is grown on approximately 15,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. In 2020, the state produced around 30,000 tons of wheat, with an estimated revenue of around $8 million USD.
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Potatoes: Potatoes are grown on around 9,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. The state produced approximately 28,000 tons of potatoes in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $10 million USD.
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Tomatoes: Tomatoes are grown on approximately 8,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. The state produced around 20,000 tons of tomatoes in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $13 million USD.
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Alfalfa: Alfalfa is grown on around 7,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. The state produced approximately 70,000 tons of alfalfa in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $17 million USD.
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Avocado: Avocado is a relatively new crop in Tlaxcala, grown on around 5,000 hectares of land. In 2020, the state produced around 9,000 tons of avocado, with an estimated revenue of around $11 million USD.
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Peppers: Peppers are grown on approximately 4,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. The state produced around 10,000 tons of peppers in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $10 million USD.
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Maguey: Maguey, the plant used to produce tequila and mezcal, is grown on around 3,000 hectares of land in Tlaxcala. The state produced approximately 15,000 tons of maguey in 2020, with an estimated revenue of around $2 million USD.
Note: These figures are approximate and may vary based on the source of information. Also, the revenue estimates are based on the average prices of the crops and may vary based on the market conditions.