Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
60% of global fertilizer production is concentrated in five countries (China, USA, Russia, India and Canada) (Plataforma Tierra, 2026).
1.6% growth in Canada's agricultural production between 2012 and 2021, below the world average of 1.9%, was explained by increased intermediate inputs and higher productivity, despite the reduction in primary factors (OECD, 2024).
11.6% of Canada's exports and 8.5% of its imports are agri-food products, with a trade surplus of almost US$17 billion (OECD, 2024).
2% of GDP and 1.6% of employment in Canada come from primary agriculture, which has a greater economic contribution in some regions of the country (OECD, 2024).
An estimated 6,868 fires burned 14.6 million hectares in Canada (FAO, 2024).
2% of total GDP in the United States and Canada comes from agriculture, forestry and fisheries (OECD and FAO, 2024).
3.7 million beef cattle and 1 million dairy cattle in Canada are distributed across approximately 40,000 and 9,000 farms, respectively (UNCCD, 2024).
35% of the global agricultural bio-based products market growth will originate from North America between 2024-2028 (Technavio, 2024).
10% is the projected increase in milk production in the United States and 21% in Canada by 2033 (OECD and FAO, 2024).
14% increase in prices did not offset the higher costs, affecting the respondents due to competition and low negotiation.
