Agricultural and food initiatives in Guanajuato

In late October 2026, the governments of Guanajuato and Irapuato hosted the ‘¡Vive Más! Fest’ at Irekua Park to commemorate World Food Day. The event promoted healthy eating and physical activity through workshops and cooking demonstrations. Twelve families were recognized for their nutritious recipes using regional ingredients, with winning entries slated for inclusion in a state healthy recipe book.

By November 2026, the focus shifted to the 31st edition of Expo Agroalimentaria Guanajuato in Irapuato. This large scale event featured 750 exhibitors and aimed to facilitate technological exchange and business development. Governor Lidia Denisse García Muñoz Ledo highlighted the state’s significant agricultural and livestock production, noting that the agro-industrial sector is the second most important cluster in Guanajuato, with exports exceeding 1.456 billion dollars in the first half of 2026. Coordinated security operations involving municipal, state, and federal authorities were implemented to manage the event.