Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
84% of countries mention technology in mitigation and 63% in adaptation within their NDCs (World Bank, 2023).
Up to $100 trillion could be mobilized by the Glasgow Finance Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) by 2050 to finance climate investments (ECLAC, FAO and IICA, 2023).
70% of the world's water is used for agriculture, which is the largest consumer of water, followed by industry and municipal services (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
1.2 billion people live in agricultural areas that are experiencing very high levels of water stress and frequent droughts (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
58% can increase food production with sustainable soil management, improving productivity, food security and sustainability (FAO, 2015).
USD 1.3 billion in daily losses are estimated globally from land degradation, severely affecting natural resources (FAO and GTIS, 2015).
9 times the use of inorganic nitrogen fertilizers has increased since 1961, while irrigation water consumption has doubled (IPCC, 2019).
150 partners make up the Soil Health Action 4 Coalition (CA4SH) to improve soil health globally (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
20 times its weight is the water retention capacity of soil organic matter, highlighting its water retention capacity (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
The 79% increase in crop yields is possible through strategies such as efficient water use, reduced pesticide use and improved soil health (FAO & GTIS, 2015).
