Publications
Policy brief. Chinese experience on digitalization of rural areas and poverty alleviation
04/04/2025
China has extensive experience in digital transformation as a means to reduce poverty rates in rural areas.
Sea moss cultivation in the Caribbean
02/04/2025
This manual provides a comprehensive guide on best practices for sea moss cultivation in the Caribbean, emphasizing its economic potential and role in supporting rural and coastal communities.
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.
Panama: Coffee
09/12/2024
This document addresses the situation in Panama. The OCOP product is coffee, a crop that holds immense cultural, economic, and environmental significance for the country. Renowned for producing high-quality specialty coffee, Panama has positioned itself as a leader in premium coffee markets
The Plurinational State of Bolivia: Quinoa
09/12/2024
This document addresses the situation in the Plurinational State of Bolivia. The OCOP product is quinoa, a crop that holds exceptional cultural, nutritional, and environmental significance. The Plurinational State of Bolivia is recognized as one of the world's primary producers of quinoa, often referred to as the "golden grain of the Andes." Quinoa’s unique resilience to harsh climates and its high nutritional value make it a cornerstone of food security both locally and globally.
Mexico: Amaranth
09/12/2024
This document addresses the situation in Mexico. The OCOP product is amaranth. This report emphasizes the significance of amaranth as a priority crop in Mexico, rooted in the country’s pre-Hispanic heritage and recognized as a superfood by the United Nations. Grown by small-scale farmers in central and southern regions, amaranth thrives in rain-fed systems and showcases resilience to drought, salinity, and high temperatures.
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