Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
240 billion dollars per year is the estimate of the total financial needs of small-scale producers in developing countries (World Bank, 2023).
At least $80 billion will be required in annual investments to meet the world's growing demand for food (World Bank, 2023).
More than 60% of irrigated cropland in the world is severely affected by water stress (FAO, 2020).
570 million smallholder farmers around the world receive crucial support through agricultural extension services (IFPRI, 2023).
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).
