Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
The project includes the expansion of recycling infrastructure at the Conaree landfill, incorporating specialized equipment (horizontal baler) to improve processing efficiency and capacity. It also involves the provision of recycling bins and products made from recycled materials, along with environmental education and awareness activities targeting the population, particularly youth.
This initiative, led by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries (LVV) of Suriname, aims to strengthen technical and productive capacities in the poultry sector through structured training programs targeting new producers. The program covers key topics such as poultry management, nutrition, animal health, infrastructure, and farm administration, complemented by practical field a...
Guyana is rapidly positioning itself as the "breadbasket of the Caribbean." The government is strategically leveraging oil revenues to modernize its farming sector and ensure long-term economic resilience.Rice production surged to over 810,000 tonnes in 2025 due to improved seed varieties and subsidies.
Peru's agricultural production grew by 5.64% in January 2026 compared to the same month the previous year, driven by an increase in the area under cultivation and favorable weather conditions.
Rising borrowing costs are increasing the potential economic burden of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Following the military escalation, sovereign bond yields rose by between 0.24 and 0.64 percentage points, reaching as high as 7.1%.
33% of global maritime fertilizer trade (16 Mt) passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and in some countries, up to 54% of imports come from the Persian Gulf. During the last energy crisis, the natural gas index exceeded 1,000, while nitrogen fertilizers exceeded 700 (urea) and 900 (DAP).
Freight rates for oil tankers rose (BDTI +54% and BCTI +72%), while marine fuel prices increased by up to +99% for low-sulfur fuel and +100% for high-sulfur fuel, driving up transportation costs in global supply chains.
The price of Brent crude rose by 27%, reaching approximately $91.80 per barrel, while the price of European natural gas (TTF) rose by 74%, reaching nearly €55.80 per MWh.
33% of global biodiversity hotspots are located in grassland regions threatened by agricultural expansion (Kan et al., 2026).
Between 20% and 35% of the world's terrestrial carbon is stored in grasslands, ecosystems currently under increasing agricultural pressure (Kan et al., 2026).
