Agriculture Sector Contribution to GDP in Mexico (1990-2022)

Mexico’s agriculture sector contribution to GDP declined from 6.7% in 1990 to 3.2% by 2000, reflecting the country’s transition toward manufacturing and services, especially after the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) took effect in 1994. NAFTA increased Mexico's focus on industrial sectors and exports, gradually reducing agriculture’s share. The sector’s contribution stabilized around 3% from 2001 to 2019, reflecting ongoing reliance on agriculture for employment, even as its GDP impact lessened.

In recent years, agriculture's share rose, reaching 4.0% in 2022, driven by increased demand for domestic food production, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This highlights agriculture’s resilience and ongoing role in supporting food security amid industrial growth.