In 2023, Poland leads with the highest number of self-employed persons in agriculture, hunting, and forestry. South Korea and Italy follow in terms of volume. Notable declines were seen in Poland, South Korea, Spain, and Austria, while New Zealand and Slovakia experienced growth. In contrast, the UK and Luxembourg had stable numbers. This indicates a general downward trend in most regions, with Central European and Nordic countries observing notable reductions.
Future trends to watch involve shifts due to technological advancements, climate change impacts, and rural depopulation, potentially influencing further declines or stabilization. Adaptation in agricultural practices might influence self-employment partly reliant on new technological integrations.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Agriculture, Hunting and Forestry Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 29.6 | 2023 | -3.98% | -3.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 22.48 | 2023 | -2.49% | -2.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.87 | 2023 | -1.65% | -1.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 8.11 | 2023 | -2.2% | -2.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.21 | 2023 | -3.25% | -3.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 4.98 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.82 | 2023 | -3.57% | -3.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2.43 | 2023 | -1.06% | -0.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 1.9 | 2023 | 0% | +1.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 1.88 | 2023 | -1.37% | -2.09% | View data |
