In 2023, the rate of fatal accidents in the agriculture and livestock sectors in the UK was at 12.5 accidents per hundred thousand persons in employment. Forecasts predict a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, reaching 13.35 by 2028. The year-on-year percentage increase reflects a consistent annual rise of approximately 1.3%. Over the coming five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated to be around 1%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of emerging agricultural technologies and regulations aimed at enhancing worker safety. Monitoring advancements in safety protocols and equipment will be crucial in potentially curbing this upward trend in fatal accidents.
