Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
24 million hectares is the extent of the area dedicated to irrigation in Mexico (IICA, 2023).
163 (localized) drought events were reported in Peru between 2000 and 2010 (Ayala, 2023).
6.26 million hectares, equivalent to 56% of the territory, was the forest cover of Honduras in 2021 (Secretaría de Agricultura y Ganadería de Honduras, 2023).
3.73% of Honduras' land cover in 2021 corresponded to agroforestry systems in coffee and fruit plantations, with 419,902 hectares (Secretaría de Agricultura y Ganadería de Honduras, 2023).
25% of Honduras' territory, more than 3 million hectares, is used by the cattle sector (Secretaría de Agricultura y Ganadería de Honduras, 2023).
58% can increase food production with sustainable soil management, improving productivity, food security and sustainability (FAO, 2015).
In 40 years, one third of arable land was lost due to unsustainable agricultural practices and excessive use of chemicals (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
150 partners make up the Soil Health Action 4 Coalition (CA4SH) to improve soil health globally (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
20 times its weight is the water retention capacity of soil organic matter, highlighting its water retention capacity (CEPAL, FAO y IICA, 2023).
The 79% increase in crop yields is possible through strategies such as efficient water use, reduced pesticide use and improved soil health (FAO & GTIS, 2015).
