Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
60% to 70% of rice growers have lost money for two years because of falling prices, according to the estimate cited for the rice sector in Huila.
The FAO Food Price Index reached 136.0 points in September 2026, up 1.5% from August and 5.8% from a year earlier.
International maize prices rose 5.6% in September 2026, supported by lower yields in the United States and reduced export availability in Brazil.
International sugar prices rose 6.1% in September 2026. Heavy rains delayed harvesting in Brazil's key Centre-South producing region.
The FAO Cereal Price Index rose 5.1% in September 2026 and stood 17.2% above its September 2025 level.
World sorghum prices rose 13.7% in September 2026, following broader feed grain increases and expectations of stronger Chinese purchases.
The FAO Vegetable Oil Price Index stood 18.3% above September 2025, driven mainly by higher international palm oil prices.
INSIVUMEH forecasts a 100% probability of El Niño conditions from September-November 2026 through February-April 2027.
Rainfall deficits of 60 to 200 mm are forecast across parts of Guatemala during October 2026.
Pacific, Bocacosta, Northern Transversal Strip, Petén and Caribbean regions could receive 150 to 700 mm of rain in October.
