Tapachula, México
May 8, 2026
Behind many of the current debates on tropical agriculture —regarding productivity, sustainability, innovation— there is a variable that is becoming increasingly important, although it does not always feature prominently in the discussions: financing. Factors such as the way in which it is allocated, and the incentives and conditions involved, are becoming crucial.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Tapachula, México
May 8, 2026
At a recent meeting on tropical agriculture held in Tapachula, specialists from international organizations, research centers, and public institutions agreed that the gap is no longer in knowledge generation, but in its implementation.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
San José
May 7, 2026
Also addressed in the meeting were the issues caused by the El Niño phenomenon in the region, and the need to build tools that facilitate decision-making based on scientific evidence and lessons learned.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Kingston, Jamaica
May 5, 2026
Worldwide, the initiative aims to support up to 300 million smallholder farmers by 2030, promoting the transition from subsistence models to more productive agricultural enterprises.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Roseau, Dominica
May 5, 2026
Across the Caribbean, a wave of entrepreneurial energy and innovation was sparked as the Caribbean Climate-Resilient Agriculture Forum (CCRAF) successfully concluded its 2026 Edition, 3-Part Beginner-to-Business (B2B) Webinar Series. The webinars, which brought together farmers, entrepreneurs, youth, and development practitioners from across the Caribbean, Latin America, Asia, and Africa, equipped hundreds of participants with practical knowledge to launch and sustainably grow agricultural enterprises. Participation remained strong throughout the series, with more than 430 participants, representing over 30 countries in each webinar.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
San José
April 30, 2026
This edition’s main focus is to help accelerate the adoption of technological innovations in agriculture. In the preliminary phase, 15 startups will be selected to participate with all expenses covered in the event, which will take place in September 2026 in Costa Rica.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Tapachula, Mexico
April 30, 2026
The objective is to accelerate the transition of tropical agriculture—an irreplaceable driver of food security for the continent and the world—to make it more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Tapachula, México
April 29, 2026
The portfolio of initiatives is being designed during a three-day working meeting in Chiapas, Mexico, with the participation of farmers and representatives of state agencies, agricultural institutions, academia, and international organizations.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
Tapachula, México
April 28, 2026
Experts and authorities participated in the opening of an international event in Tapachula, in the state of Chiapas, bringing together a wide range of stakeholders committed to building a critical pathway for the future of tropical agriculture in Mexico and the Americas.
Tiempo de lectura: 3mins
