Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
US$50 billion could decrease annual agricultural exports in LAC by 2050 due to climate change (Fernandes et al., 2012).
7 of the world's 25 most critical places with high concentrations of endemic species are in LAC and are experiencing habitat loss (Jarvis et al. 2011).
20% of wild relatives of food crops such as peanuts, beans, and potatoes could go extinct by 2050 (Jarvis et al., 2008).
67% of total water extraction is allocated to agriculture in LAC (FAO, 2013).
The 90% of cultivated land in LAC is not irrigated (Wani, et al., 2009).
In 31 million hectares, the area dedicated to agricultural production in LAC expanded (FAOSTAT, 2013).
50% of global exports of sugar, soybeans, and coffee were driven by LAC (FAO, 2014).
US$300 billion was the estimated aggregate agricultural output of LAC in 2012 (IDB, 2014).
19% and 9% of agricultural employment was contributed to male and female employment respectively between 2008-2011 (World Bank, 2013).
5% of LAC GDP in 2012 Attributed to Agriculture (IDB, 2014).
