Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
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).
More than 50% of GHG emissions come from the agricultural and livestock sector (CAF, 2025).
One seventh of global food consumption comes from LAC (CAF, 2025).
The agricultural sector contributed 7% of the regional GDP in 2023 (CAF, 2025).
A quarter of regional exports came from the agricultural sector (CAF, 2025).
55% of rural employment corresponds to agriculture in ALC (CAF, 2025).
More than 20% of forests and arable lands are degraded by erosion and unsustainable management (CAF, 2025).
A 25% annual reduction in GHG emissions could be achieved globally with sustainable production models (CAF, 2025).
A quarter of GDP growth in 1950–70 came from TFP growth in LAC (OECD, 2024).
The GDP of Latin America and the Caribbean grew by 2.1% annually between 1980 and 2023 (OECD, 2024).
