Through the National Bean Plan, more than 18,000 producers will receive 5,300 tons of certified bean seed in Durango and Zacatecas.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER) invited producers in these two states to register for the Certified Bean Seed Provision Program for the 2026 Spring-Summer agricultural cycle.
In Durango, the National Bean Plan will benefit more than 6,000 producers with over 45,000 hectares, through the distribution of 1,000 tons of certified Pinto Saltillo seed and 500 tons of qualified Negro San Luis seed.
In Zacatecas, 3,381 tons of Negro San Luis seed and 500 tons of Pinto Saltillo seed will be distributed to more than 12,000 producers, who cultivate over 101,000 hectares.
Beneficiaries will contribute 8.75 pesos and 10 pesos per kilogram of certified black San Luis and pinto bean seed, respectively, with the federal government contributing 50 percent and the state government contributing 25 percent of the total cost. Only in the case of Durango does the federal government contribute 50 percent and the beneficiaries the remaining 50 percent.
This initiative, he said, is part of the central focus of the National Bean Plan, which aims to increase crop yields, ensure profitability for farmers, and guarantee the availability of this staple food.
To register, interested parties should go to the offices of the Rural Development District (DDR) or the nearest SADER Rural Development Support Center (CADER) and present a copy and the original of their voter ID.
Those not yet participating in agricultural programs must present a valid official ID, CURP (Unique Population Registry Code), proof of current address, and a document proving legal ownership of the land.
In addition to receiving certified seed, producers will be able to participate directly in the Food Procurement for Well-being Program during the 2026 agricultural cycle and will have direct access to Production and Fertilizers for Well-being, the Harvesting Sovereignty credit program, and technical support from the Farmer Field Schools (FFS).
Source: jornada
