Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
26,344.52 million USD was the average net capital stock in agriculture, forestry and fisheries in 8 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean between 2007 and 2021 (ECLAC, 2023).
1%, with a minimum of -0.08% and a maximum of 1.91% was the average population growth in the 8 countries analyzed in Latin America and the Caribbean between 2007-2021 (ECLAC, 2023).
7.6% is the average increase in selling prices in Mexico over the past two years, but half of those surveyed have not compensated for rising costs, selling at break-even or at a loss.
The study shows that the 'Ataulfo' mango from Chiapas increases its sweetness and loses firmness as it ripens, which directly influences its post-harvest quality and export potential (Ortiz-Hernández, M. et al.,2012).
Mexico reached 32.1 million hectares for agricultural use (INEGI, 2022).
297.6 million tons were contributed by Mexico's agricultural, livestock and fisheries subsectors in 2022 (Government of Mexico, 2023).
19 % of the formal workforce in agriculture in Latin America and the Caribbean are women, although they remain underrepresented in the sector (OECD, 2018).
64% of Mexico's soils are degraded, and 38% of this is due to agriculture (Government of Mexico, 2022).
The article reviews successful agroecological experiences in tropical livestock systems in Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting cases in Colombia, Cuba, Haiti, Mexico, and Guadeloupe. It analyzes how integrated practices—such as adapted genetic management, nutrition with local resources, hormone-free reproductive management, and natural parasite control—improve sustainability, resilie...
12% of the formal labor force in Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Chile and Argentina was engaged in agriculture, mainly in rural areas (FAO, 2020).
