Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
70% of freshwater use and 78% of its pollution come from the global food system.
From 12 to 0 meters, the depth of groundwater in South America decreased due to the expansion of rain-fed agriculture.
70% of freshwater extracted worldwide is used for agriculture, with an even larger proportion used consumptively due to evapotranspiration from crops.
40% of the world population is affected by water scarcity
31% of the 35 million cubic kilometers of fresh water on the planet are found in Latin America and the Caribbean.
