In 2023, the area of arable land and permanent crops in Sweden stood at 25.29 thousand square kilometers. Analyzing the historical data, there has been a consistent decrease in the area of arable land, with a year-on-year average decline of around 0.18% in the last two years. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) leading up to 2023 was -0.12%, while the projected CAGR for the upcoming five years is -0.14%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of climate change on agricultural land, advancements in agricultural technology, and potential shifts in policy aimed at increasing sustainability. These factors could alter trends in arable land usage and have significant effects on agricultural productivity in Sweden.