Within #Mexico, Guerrero is the number one producer of opium poppies. Leading Producing Regions in #MexicoGuerrero: This southern state accounts for over half of all opium poppy cultivation in Mexico. It is often referred to as Mexico’s “poppy capital”.The “#GoldenTriangle”: This northern region is the second major production hub and consists of three states:#SinaloaChihuahuaDurangoOther Producers: Smaller amounts are grown in #Nayarit and #Oaxaca. Global ContextMexico’s Rank: Globally, Mexico is typically ranked as the third-largest producer of illicit opium poppies, trailing only #Myanmar and #Afghanistan.U.S. Supply: Despite its third-place global rank, Mexico is the primary source for the U.S. heroin market, supplying approximately 91% to 93% of the heroin found in the United States.Legal Production: Mexico does not legally produce poppies for medicinal use; the world’s largest legal producer for pharmaceuticals is Tasmania, Australia. Would you like to know more about the current price #trendsforopium in these regions or the #impactoffentanyl on #Mexicanpoppyfarmers ? David Michael Ramsey Anna Paulina Luna🛟💕🇺🇸💙🎵 Tulsi Gabbard Secretary Kristi Noem Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Mayra Flores

Based on data from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Guerrero is the state with the highest concentration of opium poppy cultivation in Mexico.
Key details regarding poppy production in Mexico include:
Leading Regions: While Guerrero is considered the primary hub, large-scale cultivation is concentrated in the “Golden Triangle” region, which covers parts of Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Durango.
Production Ranking: Mexico is generally considered the world’s third-largest producer of opium poppies, behind Afghanistan and Myanmar.
Role in US Market: Mexico is a major supplier of heroin to the United States, with some estimates suggesting it accounts for over 90% of the heroin found in the U.S..
Impact of Fentanyl: The rise of synthetic opioids like fentanyl has led to a significant drop in the price of Mexican opium gum, causing economic distress for farmers in these regions.
While Mexico is a top producer, it is important to note that the country with the highest illegal poppy production globally is Afghanistan.

Colombia is the world’s number one producer of cocaine, a position it has held for many years. According to reports from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and U.S. officials, Colombia accounts for the vast majority of global coca cultivation and cocaine production, often producing around 70-80% of the world’s supply. 

Key Details

• Record Production: Recent data indicates that both the area under coca cultivation and the potential yield of cocaine in Colombia have reached record highs. The UNODC reported that potential production increased by 53% in 2023 alone.
• Primary Cultivation Region: The coca plant, the raw ingredient for cocaine, is primarily grown in the Andean regions of South America: Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia.
• Global Market: Most of the cocaine produced in Colombia is destined for the United States and Europe.
• Economic Factor: For many rural, low-income families in remote regions of Colombia, the cultivation of coca is an economic mainstay, as it provides a reliable cash crop with a guaranteed buyer, unlike many legal alternatives. 

For more information on drug trafficking and production, visit the DEA.gov website or explore data from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. 

Colombia is the world’s leading producer of cocaine, accounting for approximately 60% to 70% of the global supply. 

Current Production Status

• Recent Record Levels: In 2023, cocaine production in Colombia hit an all-time high, with potential output jumping 53% to over 2,600 metric tons.
• Cultivation Area: Land dedicated to coca leaf cultivation reached approximately 253,000 hectares (625,100 acres) by the end of 2023.
• Dominance in Exports: The industry has become so massive that cocaine is projected to overtake crude oil as Colombia’s most valuable export. 

Global Context

While Colombia is the primary producer, the vast majority of the world’s supply comes from just three Andean countries: 

1. Colombia (Number one by a significant margin)
2. Peru (The second largest producer; held the top spot briefly in 2011-2012)
3. Bolivia (Third largest producer) 

According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Colombia provides roughly 90% of the cocaine powder that specifically reaches the United States.