The global landscape of self-employed persons in agriculture, forestry, and seafood varies significantly across countries as of 2023. Colombia leads with the highest number of self-employed individuals, showing a positive change, while countries like Japan, Poland, South Korea, and several European nations face declines. Countries such as Chile and New Zealand see moderate growth. Significant declines are noted in Lithuania and Latvia.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements, market demand shifts, and climate change on self-employment in these sectors. Countries may diverge further, with technology adoption and sustainability practices influencing employment patterns.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Agriculture, Forestry and Seafood Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 27.58 | 2023 | -0.21% | +0.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 17.84 | 2023 | -3.01% | -3.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13.43 | 2023 | -3.97% | -3.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 12.2 | 2023 | -2.54% | -3.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 4.97 | 2023 | -1.86% | -1.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.74 | 2023 | -2.16% | -2.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Chile | 3.23 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.96 | 2023 | -4.2% | -4.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.9 | 2023 | -3.53% | -3.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.4 | 2023 | 0% | +0.3% | View data |
