Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
50 kilograms of rice is consumed by each Ecuadorian on average per year, demonstrating the importance of this cereal in the national diet (Redacción El Universo, 2025).
This study evaluates the spatial distribution of cadmium (Cd) in soils cultivated with avocado (Persea americana) in different regions of Peru, identifying factors that influence its concentration, such as texture, pH, organic matter, and agricultural practices. It was determined that several areas have elevated levels of Cd, which represents a risk to food safety and exports, especially given the...
Guyana produced approximately 1.26 metric tons of food by the end of 2024. (Guyana Department of Public Information, 2025).
Guyana exceeded regional expectations for agricultural production, achieving approximately 88% of its production targets a year ahead of schedule. (Guyana Department of Public Information, 2025).
8.3 million tons was the harvested production of forage crops, fibers, unprocessed tobacco, and natural rubber in the Andean Community in 2022, representing a 2.3% increase compared to the 8.1 million tons recorded in 2021 (SG CAN, 2023).
7.1 million tons was the vegetable production in the Andean Community during 2022, representing a 7.6% decrease compared to the 7.7 million tons harvested in 2021 (SG CAN, 2023). which totaled 7.7 million tons.
53.9 million tons was the estimated production of sugar crops in the Andean Community in 2022 (SG CAN, 2023).
12.8 million metric tons was the estimated production of edible roots and tubers in the Andean Community in 2022 (SG CAN, 2023).
313 thousand tons was the amount of legumes (dry leguminous vegetables) harvested by the Andean Community in 2022 (SG CAN, 2023).
