Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
The article analyzes the biotechnological potential of the red macroalgae Kappaphycus alvarezii, Acanthophora spicifera, and Hypnea spinella as an ecological alternative for sustainable agriculture in Ecuador. It highlights their bioactive compounds—polysaccharides, amino acids, polyphenols, and phytohormones—which can replace synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. It also highlights that their...
Nearly 40% of jobs worldwide will be affected by AI, either replacing or complementing them, requiring a balance of policies to harness its potential (IMF, 2024).
10% and 30% has been the reduction in prices of solar panels and wind turbines, respectively, between 2019 and 2023 (IDB, 2023).
1.51 million hectares with irrigation infrastructure in Peru, approximately 65% on the coast (IICA, 2023).
21% is the increase in the probability of technology adoption among beneficiaries versus controls, estimated via IPW.
Certified seeds, agrochemicals, and IPM financed to close technology gaps in cotton.
262 (cotton) and 190 (citrus) plots were georeferenced to build NDVI series.
0.293 is the increase in technological adoption (citrus), which is highly significant.
56 % of beneficiaries reported adopting at least one new agricultural practice or technology after receiving the smart subsidy and technical assistance.
The study conducts a systematic review of the methods applied in prospective studies for strategic planning of agri-food chains in Latin America and the Caribbean between 2010 and 2021. It examines the most widely used methodologies (such as MACTOR, MICMAC, and Delphi), their contributions to decision-making, and the challenges that remain in institutionalizing regional foresight. It also highligh...
