Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
25% of cherry production was lost during the 2023-24 El Niño, especially in early varieties, according to the source.
September onward is the period when Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock expects El Niño could have a significant impact, coinciding with the start of the rainy season.
200 millimeters of rain in a single day may occur during localized extreme events associated with El Niño in Paraguay, creating problems for production.
Region 3-4 of the Pacific Ocean is where Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock states El Niño has already settled, with direct impact expected on Paraguay.
10% of global agricultural land is affected by waterlogging or severe drainage constraints, reducing crop growth and agricultural productivity.
21% of the world's inland wetlands has been lost since 1700, representing approximately 3.4 million km².
3 billion additional people could be exposed to water stress by 2050 when water quality is incorporated into water scarcity assessments.
USD 1.1 billion in estimated economic losses were recorded for California's agricultural sector during the 2021 drought.
4.3% was the average reduction in global annual rice yields between 1980 and 2015 due to flooding; losses reached 14% along China's eastern coast.
21% is the average reduction in wheat yields caused by mild drought conditions; rice yields decrease by 17% on average.
