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Decline in RIP agriculture in LAC
In 2023, the relative internal productivity of the Agriculture sector in Latin America and the Caribbean was 44 (with total productivity coefficient = 100), showing its lag compared to sectors with higher productivity, according to the sectoral graph... -
Agriculture vs. other sectors IAP
In the sectoral mapping of PAIs, agriculture, forestry, hunting and fishing accounts for 248 PAIs (34.8%), followed by manufacturing (188), tourism (70) and ICT (51); additionally, 32 PAIs in health are identified, according to the report (ECLAC, 202... -
Agricultural sector predominance in IAP
In Latin America and the Caribbean, the agriculture, forestry, hunting and fishing sector accounts for 248 productive articulation initiatives (PAI), representing 34.8% of the total, according to the report (ECLAC, 2025).
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Decline in RIP agriculture in LAC
In 2023, the relative internal productivity of the Agriculture sector in Latin America and the Caribbean was 44 (with total productivity coefficient = 100), showing its lag compared to sectors with higher productivity, according to the sectoral graph of the report (ECLAC, 2025).
Agriculture vs. other sectors IAP
In the sectoral mapping of PAIs, agriculture, forestry, hunting and fishing accounts for 248 PAIs (34.8%), followed by manufacturing (188), tourism (70) and ICT (51); additionally, 32 PAIs in health are identified, according to the report (ECLAC, 2025).
Agricultural sector predominance in IAP
In Latin America and the Caribbean, the agriculture, forestry, hunting and fishing sector accounts for 248 productive articulation initiatives (PAI), representing 34.8% of the total, according to the report (ECLAC, 2025).
More recent in politics
Investments and Public Expenditure
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National Agricultural Catastrophe Fund linked to the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF)
Proposal for a national financial protection mechanism for the agricultural sector against catastrophes, linked to the CCRIF and to agricultural risk management and transfer
CARICOM Regional E-Agriculture Strategy
A regional priority line to strengthen agricultural and rural development through innovative information and communication technologies (ICT). It envisions a regional E-Agriculture strategy, a B2B platform for agricultural buyers and sellers, a G2G portal, precision technologies, a virtual extension platform, and farmer exposure to climate-smart agriculture
Regional Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) Strategy 2014–2024
The CDM Strategy 2014-2024 is a regional strategic framework that represents a paradigm shift from a reactive to an anticipatory approach to disaster management. Its core objective is the integration of disaster management considerations into the development planning and decision-making process of CDEMA’s Participating States. It addresses all hazards and all phases of the disaster cycle: prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and rehabilitation
Policy frameworks
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CARICOM 25 by 2025+5 Implementation Plan 2026–2030
Regional plan for production, food security, and intra-regional trade. It includes agricultural insurance, digitalization, R&D, and capacity building. It recognizes climate variability as a production challenge
Caricom Agri-Food Systems Agenda
Regional agenda that includes aspects such as Agriculture Disaster and Risk Management, risk transfer mechanisms, climate-smart agriculture, and the strengthening of agri-food systems
Water Skiing and Motor Boat Control (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The Water Skiing and Motor Boat Control (Amendment) Bill, 2026 of The Bahamas proposes to amend the Water Skiing and Motor Boat Control Act to establish safe speed rules for motor boats in the Harbour of Nassau and port areas. The bill sets a five-mile-per-hour limit or a no-wake speed in the Harbour of Nassau, defines criteria for determining safe speed in port areas, provides exceptions for emergency services, rescue operations and written approval from the Port Controller, and creates penalties for abandoned motor boats that obstruct navigation, marine traffic, port operations or the lawful use of port areas.
Good practices
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