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Abstract
Objective: to analyze the evolution of pecan nut (Carya illinoinensis (Wangenh) Koch) production and its economic relevance in the State of Chihuahua, Mexico.Design/methodology/approach: in order to evaluate the evolution and behavior of different economic variables of pecan nut production, in Chihuahua, México, we applied analytical-synthetic and historical, and bibliographic and statistical techniques to study indicators of planted, harvested and damaged area, value of production, yield per ha and the Rural Average Price.Results: the need to add value to the fruit tree is highlighted, diversify its commercialization, plan agriculture according to proper cropland uses and invest in agro-territorial development stands out.Limitations on study/implications: the growth of the planted area is taking place considerably in the state, but it lacks agricultural planning. Findings/conclusions: consider the proper land use and the necessary conditions for the long-term water sustainability of this crop. The State of Chihuahua has 75,238 hectares (ha) planted with this tree crop, and annually it produces 92,938 t of nuts. It is the largest nut producer in Mexico.