The land area equipped for irrigation in Finland saw a significant decline from 101.9 thousand hectares in 2013 to 55 thousand hectares between 2016 and 2019. This represents a dramatic year-on-year decrease, particularly sharp in 2015 with -18.6% and 2016 with -21.43%. However, a marked recovery began in 2020, with a 29.09% year-on-year increase, reaching 71.7 thousand hectares in 2023. The 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 stands at 5.45%. By 2028, forecasts predict moderate growth with a projected 5-year CAGR of 0.33%, indicating a gradual increase to 73.2 thousand hectares.
Future trends to watch for include potential technological advancements in irrigation methods and policies that could further influence the land area equipped for irrigation. Climate change impact and water resources management will be critical factors affecting future growth within this sector.
