Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
20% of the total cultivated areas in the world use irrigated agriculture (World Bank, 2023).
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).
