Colombia plans to boost maize and soy in Orinoquía, sets land-use guidelines

The Colombian government signaled plans to expand maize and soy cultivation in the Orinoquía region, with new zoning rules to separate agricultural areas from conservation zones. The move could reshape land use in a biodiverse region, but details on enforcement and environmental impact remain unclear. This marks a policy shift toward agricultural expansion, potentially affecting regional food security and deforestation dynamics.