Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
89% of the production value of organic dairy farms in the United States came from dairy activity in 2021, remaining stable from 86% in 2005 (Gillespie et al., 2024).
16 million tons per year is the average loss of meat, dairy products and eggs over the last three decades (FAO, 2023).
795, 565, 333 and 317 plans were executed in cotton, livestock, dairy and citrus respectively, demonstrating PRODAF's multi-channel focus.
The program defined specific technological menus for cotton, livestock, dairy and citrus, aligned with gaps and good practices.
Two provinces and four value chains were prioritized based on technological gaps and economic relevance. These included Chaco (cotton, livestock) and Entre Ríos (citrus, dairy).
In dairy products, input and labor costs decreased (with methodological caution). US$ 33,854 (inputs) and US$ 11,507 (labor).
Investments were concentrated in feed and equipment for milking and handling.
2,005 producers implemented plans with technical assistance.
The 900 g/day represents the average live weight gain in heifers fed cowpea hay, being 90 g/day higher than those with pangola grass hay (Corea et al., 2020).
