Economy of Matagalpa

class="apple-converted-space"> fruits and vegetables. For local consumption it produces flowers, wood, corn, beans, fruits (oranges, grapefruits, bananas, plantains) and many kinds of vegetables such as broccoli, and cauliflower.

Matagalpa is known for its good coffee, its cattle, milk products, vegetables, flowers and mountains popular with Eco tourists. It is the location of such storied mountain tourist resorts as Aranjuez, Santa Maria de Ostuma, and Selva Negra Mountain Resort.

A large part of the economy in Matagalpa depends on Eco-tourism. Nature hikes, walks, and excursions are very common throughout Matagalpa, and the northern region on Nicaragua.

Recently a large water project has been completed. A potable water system and a new waste water treatment