Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
20 times the frequency of floods and droughts has increased in the Americas between the 20th and 21st centuries (IPCC, 2013)
82% of the world's arable land depends on rainfall (Jara-Rojas et al., 2013).
One third of the water required for animal production in the world is allocated to the cattle sector (Mekonnen. et al. 2010).
10% of participating families implement improvement works for soil and water management according to PAF indicators (Martín Manzano, 2012).
60% of participating families implement sustainable soil and water management practices as third product indicator (Martín Manzano, 2012).
The 90% of cultivated land in LAC is not irrigated (Wani, et al., 2009).
100% of PES in Nicaragua focus on water protection and schemes in carbon trade planning and silvopastoral systems (Bosselmann, 2008).
