Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
Article 15 of the Ecuadorian Constitution prohibits the use of genetically modified seeds due to health and environmental risks (Redacción El Universo, 2025).
100 years ago, in the 1920s, American postman and farmer Rudolph Hass created the avocado variety that bears his surname, combining Mexican and Guatemalan genes to obtain superior commercial characteristics (Velásquez, A., 2025).
40% of traditional Latin American crops will require genetic and technological adaptation to cope with climate change by 2050, representing a scientific and financial challenge according to projections mentioned in CAF's strategy (Velásquez, A., 2025).
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 ...
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...
27.7% of LAC's total exports are of products of biological origin (ECLAC, 2024).
129.7 million dollars was the positive balance of the balance of goods and services of the bioeconomy in LAC during 2020-2022 (ECLAC, 2024).
The article analyzes how Colombia is leveraging its microbial biodiversity to develop biofertilizers, examining scientific advances, market trends, and regulatory challenges facing the country in its efforts to promote more sustainable and competitive agriculture.
187 million hectares were planted with GM crops in 2019, representing 12% of the global area of harvested crops (ISAAA, 2019).
10.6 billion USD reached the global bioinputs market in 2021, with a projection of 18.5 billion USD by 2026, representing more than 4% of the agrochemicals market (Meticulous Research, 2023).
