Food industry in Mexico - statistics & facts
The food industry is one of the largest industries in Mexico. With a value of over one trillion Mexican pesos, and a growth of almost 90 percent in the past decade, it is likely to continue increasing, especially as Mexican food becomes more popular around the world. Between 2013 and 2023, the international sales value of the Mexican food industry grew by about 151 percent.
Another staple of the Mexican food industry is meat, as it is used for several different dishes, including the worldwide popular tacos, street food in general, as well as seasonal and festive dishes. Mexico is one of the largest meat producers in the world and the second largest in Latin America after Brazil and ahead of Argentina. In recent years, this industry has reported a production value of over 100 billion Mexican pesos. Beans are also a popular protein source. They are used in a variety of ways, including side dishes, soups, and main courses. In 2022, the consumption of black beans reached over 7.5 kilograms per person.
Mexican cuisine
Mexican cuisine is not only a key aspect of Mexican culture but also considered an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. Perhaps the number one staple is maize or corn. In 2024, Mexico produced around 24 million metric tons of corn. This cereal grain is the most consumed in the country, as it is used in a variety of dishes and beverages, and it is the base for tortillas, which are also key in Mexican cuisine. In 2023 alone, the sales value of tortillas and tortilla dough surpassed 86 billion Mexican pesos.Another staple of the Mexican food industry is meat, as it is used for several different dishes, including the worldwide popular tacos, street food in general, as well as seasonal and festive dishes. Mexico is one of the largest meat producers in the world and the second largest in Latin America after Brazil and ahead of Argentina. In recent years, this industry has reported a production value of over 100 billion Mexican pesos. Beans are also a popular protein source. They are used in a variety of ways, including side dishes, soups, and main courses. In 2022, the consumption of black beans reached over 7.5 kilograms per person.
