Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
2,800 million dollars annually represent Mexico's avocado exports to the world, positioning itself as the main global exporter of this fruit, followed by Peru with approximately 1,200 million dollars (Velásquez, A., 2025).
More than 130 thousand metric tons of avocado are imported from Mexico for guacamole preparation during the American Superbowl, evidencing the cultural and commercial impact of this product in the North American market (Velásquez, A., 2025).
1.9 trillion USD was the value of world food and agricultural trade in 2022, almost five times more tan in 2000 (FAO, 2024).
200 wine exporting companies in Argentina by 2003 represented less than a third of the total active wineries, showing a considerable concentration of export activity (McDermott, 2005).
70% of Argentine wine exports are sold in the United States, European Union, and Japan, demonstrating their competitiveness in sophisticated and competitive markets (McDermott, 2005).
85% of Argentine wine export revenues come from fine wines, representing a significant improvement in quality and added value of the wine sector (McDermott, 2005).
2% of the global wine market worth over $480 million in 2004 represented Argentine wine exports growing at an average annual rate of approximately 23% (McDermott, 2005).
20.6% was the annual growth rate of Chilean wine exports between 1990 and 2007, becoming the fastest-growing product among the main export categories in the country (Sabel et al., 2012).
85% of companies that obtain certifications such as ISO 9000 improve their ability to respond to queries about their performance, which increases their competitiveness in volatile markets where demand composition and technologies change abruptly and continuously (Sabel & Reddy, 2006).
13% of the Dominican Republic's exports are minerals - mostly gold, nickel, and copper - while the portion coming from agricultural products is far lower than in the other ADD countries (Campos et al., 2024).
