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Who we are: The New Mexico Chile Association is a non-profit organization
composed of growers and producers who are fighting to ensure the chile industry remains and prospers in New Mexico.
 Why is New Mexico Chile so good?
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In the Southern part of the state where
much of the chile is grown, there
are 350 days of sunshine each year!
· Chile craves warm, dry weather and warm soil. We can deliver!
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Varieties are grown with NM climate,
soil and agricultural practices
in mind.
What Chile Means to New Mexico
· What oranges and potatoes are to Florida and Idaho, chile is to New Mexico! ·
Chile
is so important to New Mexico, our state question is: Red
or Green? ·
Chile
is consumed by many at every meal! · Chile is celebrated at festivals all over the state! ·
Chile
contributes significantly to the state's economy! · Our unique chile inspired cuisine is a major reason why thousands
of tourists visit the state each year!
What is Happening to NM Chile? · Industry is in a steep decline
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34,500 Acres were harvested in 1992, only 8,800 were harvested in 2010
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China is trying to corner the world oleoresin market which accounts for 30% of NM acreage
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Foreign companies are taking advantage of their reduced regulation and cheap, plentiful labor
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Imports account for about 82% of chile consumed in the U.S. – automation is the only solution
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Sometimes chile is sold labeled as “Hatch” or “NM Grown” when it comes from outside NM or
even the U.S. 
Key Findings 2009 Consumer and Restaurant Survey
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