Which crops are grown on the slopes of the Sierra Madre de Chiapas?

On the slopes of the Sierra Madre de Chiapas, agricultural production is determined largely by elevation and rainfall:

• Coastal Slopes: Due to the heaviest rainfall in the region, these slopes are used to grow cacao, a crop that has been cultivated in the area since the time of the Aztecs.12
• Higher Elevations: At these greater altitudes, the mountain slopes are used for the production of coffee.12

While the nearby central valley of Chiapas supports a wider variety of crops—including corn, bananas, and wheat—the mountain slopes themselves are primarily noted for cacao and coffee production.2