Social security in the Mexican fruit and vegetable sector: an econometric analysis with a social focus in Sinaloa

Abstract

The social lag of the seasonal agricultural workers is a priority care group. The objective of study is to analyze the right to social security of the seasonal agricultural workers in Mexico in the context of the agricultural labor market. Carried out under a quantitative methodology uses three models: an economic analysis of horticultural and fruit production (2003–2022), another on social security affiliation (2000–2024), and a descriptive statistical analysis of access to health and labor benefits (2005–2024). Methodologically, panel data with ordinary squares (MCO) and descriptive statistics are used. The results show that the yield per hectare and the value of the production are key in fruit and vegetable growth. Also, that agricultural work in Sinaloa significantly influences national employment. However, informality persists with regional inequalities. Concluding in the need for public policies that guarantee labor rights and access to social security.