In 2023, the total area dedicated to arable land and permanent crops in the UK stood at 60.29 thousand square kilometers. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a consistent, albeit slight, annual decline in this area.
Year-on-year comparison shows:
- 2024 vs 2023: a decrease of 0.20%.
- 2025 vs 2024: a decrease of 0.20%.
- 2026 vs 2025: a decrease of 0.20%.
- 2027 vs 2026: a decrease of 0.20%.
- 2028 vs 2027: a decrease of 0.20%.
The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.20%, indicating a steady reduction.
Future trends to watch for include changes in agricultural policy, climate change impacts, and technological advancements in farming that may either mitigate or exacerbate the decline in arable land and permanent crops. This decline may also reflect broader shifts towards urbanization and alternative uses of land.
