Farming globally is under immense pressure, leading to significant human and economic costs.
A key concern is that farmer suicide rates are almost ubiquitously exceeding national averages, highlighting a mental health crisis within the agricultural sector.
These challenges are often linked to financial pressures, volatile markets, and rising costs.
Furthermore, significant barriers are preventing the seamless transition of farms to new generations.
Globally, food prices have risen at rates exceeding inflation over the past three years.
Despite these challenges, a projected $53 trillion is expected to be invested in sustainable farming by 2025. However, agricultural capital flows remain geographically concentrated, creating further disparity.
These issues underscore the need to re-evaluate the resilience of our global food system.
