Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
8.3 million tons was the harvested production of forage crops, fibers, unprocessed tobacco, and natural rubber in the Andean Community in 2022, representing a 2.3% increase compared to the 8.1 million tons recorded in 2021 (SG CAN, 2023).
313 thousand tons was the amount of legumes (dry leguminous vegetables) harvested by the Andean Community in 2022 (SG CAN, 2023).
16.5 million tons was the cereal production harvested in the Andean Community in 2022, representing a slight increase of 0.3% compared to the 16.4 million tons recorded in 2021 (SG CAN, 2023).
24.7 million tons was the production of fruits and nuts harvested in the Andean Community in 2022, representing 859 thousand tons more than in 2021, when 23.9 million tons were recorded (SG CAN, 2023).
12.8 million metric tons was the estimated production of edible roots and tubers in the Andean Community in 2022 (SG CAN, 2023).
The article assesses the sustainability of urban agriculture in the municipality of El Alto, Bolivia, analyzing its environmental, economic, and social dimensions. Through sustainability indicators, it identifies the strengths and limitations of local agricultural practices, highlighting their role in food security, organic waste management, and income generation for urban families. The study prop...
The study analyzes advances and trends in the use of artisanal biopreparations in Latin American agriculture, made with natural ingredients and native microorganisms as an alternative to conventional agrochemicals. Through a bibliometric analysis, it identifies the leading countries in research (Brazil, Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico), the main types of biopreparations, such as Bokashi, and the crops ...
60% of the total soybean area in Mato Grosso was under double cropping system by 2013, increasing from 10% in 2001 (Garrett et al.,2018).
The main agricultural, biotechnological, and post-harvest strategies for reducing cadmium (Cd) concentrations in the cultivation and processing of cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.), one of Latin America's most representative products, are reviewed. The study, focusing on Ecuador and other countries that produce fine aroma cocoa, evaluates techniques such as microbial bioremediation, phytoremediation with...
