In 2023, Mexico led global fresh surface water abstractions for agriculture, forestry, and fishing with 42.84 billion cubic meters, significantly ahead of other countries. Greece and Denmark saw moderate fluctuations, with Denmark observing a 2.04% increase in water abstraction. Poland showed the most substantial decline at -3.27%, while Latvia and Slovenia experienced slight increases. Luxembourg remained constant with no change. The last 5-year compound annual growth rate for these countries indicates fluctuating demand and varied conservation policies.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of climate change on water availability, shifts toward sustainable practices, and how emerging agricultural technologies may influence water usage efficiency. Continuous monitoring of these factors will be crucial in predicting future patterns in water abstraction needs.
Top countries in Fresh Surface Water Abstractions for Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 42,840 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 2,750 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 807.61 | 2023 | -1.87% | -3.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 254.61 | 2023 | +3.22% | +2.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 83.34 | 2023 | +0.65% | +1.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 53.31 | 2023 | -1.11% | -0.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 52.77 | 2023 | -0.019% | +0.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 13.9 | 2021 | -3.47% | +8.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2.81 | 2023 | +3.31% | +1.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 0.09 | 2021 | +80% | -10.87% | View data |
