New Mexico

New Mexico: A Surprising Leader in American Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, American Agriculture History Minute, Cattle, Dairy, Pecans, Specialty Crops, This Land of Ours

New Mexico’s Agricultural Significance When most people think of top agricultural states in the U.S., New Mexico might not immediately come to mind. Yet, this southwestern state plays a vital role in the nation’s farming landscape. One of its standout contributions is pecan production, where New Mexico frequently ranks among the largest producers in the country, competing with traditional leaders …