The main challenges facing agriculture in 2024 in terms of sustainability are significant.

Pablo H. Plá, CEO San Miguel

Published on January 26, 2024 on Infobae

It is crucial for all companies to focus on sustaining their economic activity, considering social and environmental factors, and making their management an accountable action with resources.

Undoubtedly, 2024 will be marked by numerous challenges for the agricultural sector, primarily related to climate change, economic shifts both locally and globally, and institutional transformations.

In this context, innovation and the care of natural resources are key to the sector's development. Water and soils form the foundation of agricultural production. Therefore, the good conservation state of both is fundamental for achieving the best performance without harming the environment.

A significant portion of the actions included in the National Determined Contributions (NDCs) of countries are carried out by the companies operating in these areas.

Maintaining sustained studies on water quality and the conservation of plantation areas is crucial. The incorporation of both national and international certifications in the production process implies taking commitments aimed at improving management systems for sustainability.

Another crucial point is the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, National Determined Contributions (NDCs) are commitments made by countries that are part of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and must be implemented either to reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) (mitigation actions) or to adapt to the impacts produced by this phenomenon (adaptation actions).

The role of companies is crucial in this regard because, ultimately, a significant portion of the actions included in the countries' NDCs are carried out by the companies operating in those countries. Therefore, they become the driving force for achieving long-term beneficial effects for the planet.

While the challenges are many, it is essential for all companies to focus on sustainability to sustain their economic activity, considering social and environmental factors, and making their management a responsible action with resources.

It is a constant and sustained effort for the sake of future generations.