People of African descent in Latin America and the Caribbean: An exploration of social and territorial realities in the rural world

02/04/2025

Census data show that Afro-descendant people experience greater levels of inequality, marginalization and discrimination, especially in rural areas.

Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2024

27/01/2025

Latin America and the Caribbean have seen a decline in hunger and food insecurity for two years, driven by social protection programs and post-COVID recovery. However, disparities persist, especially among women, rural populations, and vulnerable groups. The region is unlikely to meet most nutrition targets, and healthy diets remain expensive. Climate variability is increasing in the region, affecting food security across availability, access, utilization, and stability.

From vision to reality: the transformative impact of the AgriFood Systems Transformation Accelerator in Suriname.

01/01/2025

Innovative financing and sustainable investments for the transformation of agrifood systems and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Caribbean.

01/01/2025

Biodiversity conservation and climate change mitigation and adaptation in urban and peri-urban areas of Chile (Nature-Based Solutions).

01/01/2025

Ecosystem-based adaptation and climate change resilience in the Central American Dry Corridor and the arid zones of the Dominican Republic.

01/01/2025

Colombia: Raw sugar cane

09/12/2024

This document addresses the situation in Colombia. The OCOP product is raw sugar cane (panela). Colombia is not only preserving a key element of its agricultural heritage but also contributing to global sustainability goals by fostering green development, improving community resilience, and ensuring the long-term viability of raw sugar cane production.