Cactus pear production contributes to the state’s economy, and the federal Sader reported that production is performing well in 2026.
Hidalgo remains one of the main cactus pear-producing states in Mexico, maintaining an important position in the country’s agricultural sector. The production of this fruit represents an important economic activity for the state and provides income for producers and families involved in its cultivation.
The state is part of the group of entities that concentrate a significant portion of Mexico’s cactus pear production. Hidalgo’s production, together with that of the State of Mexico, Puebla, Zacatecas and other producing states, places the crop among the agricultural activities with an important presence in the country.
According to information from the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader), cactus pear production in Hidalgo has shown good performance during 2026.
The crop is particularly important in the Altiplano region of Hidalgo, where climatic and soil conditions allow cactus pear cultivation to develop.
The fruit is produced in several municipalities and represents an important source of income for agricultural families. Producers participate in the cultivation, harvesting, transportation and commercialization of the fruit.
Cactus pears are marketed both within Hidalgo and in other parts of Mexico. The crop therefore contributes not only to agricultural production but also to the commercial activity associated with the transportation and sale of the fruit.
The agricultural sector faces several challenges, however, including weather conditions, drought, commercialization and market prices.
Producers have previously pointed to the presence of intermediaries, commonly known as “coyotes,” as one of the difficulties affecting their ability to obtain better prices for their products. They have also called for greater support to open access to national and international markets.
Despite these challenges, cactus pear production continues to represent an important agricultural activity for Hidalgo.
The state government’s agricultural authorities have also implemented programs intended to support producers and strengthen agricultural production. In 2026, producers from different municipalities have received agricultural assistance intended to improve their productive activities.
The continuation of cactus pear production is important for the rural economy of the Altiplano because it provides employment and income for families that depend directly or indirectly on agriculture.
The crop also forms part of Hidalgo’s agricultural identity, particularly in communities where cactus pear cultivation has been maintained for generations.
The favorable behavior of production reported for 2026 allows producers to maintain expectations for a good agricultural season, although weather conditions and market prices will continue to be important factors in determining the final income obtained from the crop.
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