In 2023, Brazil led global methane emissions from agriculture with a significant share, followed by China. Notable year-on-year growth was observed in Brazil (1.29%) and Mexico (0.86%), whereas China (-0.62%) witnessed a decrease alongside other countries like Vietnam and Ukraine. Over five years, shifts reflect varying mitigation efforts and agricultural practices, with countries like Cyprus showing a notable 5.18% increase in emissions in 2023.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased policy-driven agricultural practices in major emission countries like Brazil and China.
- Technological advancements in mitigating methane emissions.
- Potential shifts in emission rankings due to changes in agricultural outputs and climate policies.
Top countries in Methane Emissions from Agriculture Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons of CO2 Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Brazil | 31.94 | 2023 | +1.11% | +1.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 29.62 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 8.61 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 8.13 | 2023 | +0.19% | -0.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Vietnam | 4.2 | 2023 | -0.96% | -1.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2.77 | 2023 | -0.83% | -1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 2.39 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 2.14 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 1.78 | 2023 | -0.39% | +0.041% | View data |
| 10 | 10 South Africa | 1.34 | 2023 | -0.85% | -1.12% | View data |
