Prices for meat, dairy and fish worldwide are expected to rise faster than those for cereals over the next decade. This is according to the latest OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook which is released every year.
In Africa, although production of meat and cereals is expected to increase over the next decade, consumption will grow faster. This will be a result of increased population levels rather than individuals eating more than normal.
As the editorial comment in the CTA's Bi-weekly Agricultural Update points out, this will result in "increased import dependency" and can be seen as "a lost opportunity for African producers". More than ever before, African states need to pay more than just lip service to the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP).
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