FOOD SYSTEM DATA
Food System Data is designed to deliver the most credible figures around the food system, food system change, and the transition towards plant-rich diets. We compiled data sheets based on the latest evidence to showcase the impacts of diets on the environment, animals, and health and to give insights in current developments and emerging opportunities.
Global capture fisheries: key trends and impacts
The global food system relies heavily on aquatic animals. However, the growing demand for fish…
11 December 2025
Soya and the environment
Soya is a protein-rich crop with a relatively small environmental footprint when consumed directly…
30 June 2025
The role of food systems in methane emissions
Food Systems – particularly agriculture and the production of animal-based foods –are a major…
23 May 2025
Water use
Water is essential for life on Earth and plays a crucial role in food production. Agriculture…
2 April 2025