− Emerging markets see increasing share of global agri-tech deals despite investment slump − Improved supply chains enable smallholder farmers to increase market reach − Artificial intelligence and digital solutions help farmers optimise resource use − Financial support and digital networks essential to building climate resilience Even as global funding levels drop, agri-tech…
En Español En Français While the recovery period following the Covid-19 pandemic saw the unlocking of major capital in emerging markets, inflationary pressures, fluctuating commodity prices and geopolitical concerns have since tempered the global economic outlook for 2023. Balancing opportunity and risk has become a priority for shareholders and investors, but emerging markets have remained…
− Global food insecurity is rising due to environmental, economic and geopolitical shocks − Resilience to extreme weather is being prioritised as climate change advances − Innovative food systems are helping countries meet sustainability goals − The revival of traditional agricultural techniques and foodstuffs is boosting security Food security became a central priority for many emerging…
– Aquaculture currently accounts for more than half of fish consumed globally – Disease, stock mortality, land use and feed remain chief concerns – Inland and deepsea aquaculture offer more sustainable models – Aquaculture could help governments achieve blue economy objectives With per capita fish consumption having doubled in the past six decades, aquaculture is becoming more important…
– Farmers in emerging markets are increasingly embracing sustainable agriculture – Technological innovation is allowing farmers to grow produce more efficiently – Regenerative agriculture aims to curb carbon emissions and increase yields In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions and broader environmental concerns, many countries are looking to improve the efficiency of…
- The world must change how it eats to limit climate change - Plant-based meat industry seeing significant growth at the global level - Edible insects are nutritious, easy to farm and have a small carbon footprint - Seaweed is an established foodstuff in Asia with worldwide potential As the world works to bring climate change under control, there is a growing awareness of the negative ramifications…
– Global food prices have risen to 10-year highs, according to the UN – Despite increased production, the cereal stocks-to-use ratio is decreasing – Emerging markets are among the most vulnerabletosupply chain disruptions and shortages – Many see boosting local capacity and innovation as the solution Despite an increase in crop production and international trade following…
– Pandemic-related disruptions and natural disasters resulted in significant crop losses in 2020 – Agricultural insurance is seen as a tool to provide growers and governments with more stability – Successful models in India and Kenya provided a blueprint for state and private collaboration – Increased protection seen as key to boosting food security as the effects of climate change grow In…
– Global food prices rose to a seven-year highin January – The FAO anticipates an imminent drop in cereal stocks – Many emerging marketsare facing mounting food insecurity – Increased regional integration and tech developments offer lasting solutions An increase in food prices following the coronavirus pandemic has intensified concerns related to global food security. For…
En Español Although the coronavirus pandemic has created significant challenges for theLatin American agricultural sector,ithas also created opportunitiesfor innovation and the expansion ofhome-grown digital solutions. Latin America and the Caribbean is the world’s largest net food-exporting region. Agriculture accounts for 6% of the region’s GDP and…
