In 2023, Colombia led the employment share in agriculture, forestry, and seafood, showing slight growth. Japan, despite being significant, experienced a considerable decline alongside Poland and South Korea. Italy and Chile showed stability, while countries like Lithuania and Estonia saw the sharpest declines. The United Kingdom, Australia, and other European nations generally faced minor contractions. The five-year CAGR reflected consistent declines, accentuated in Eastern and Northern Europe due to technological advancements reducing workforce reliance, whereas Latin America showed stability or growth.
Future trends to watch include technological integration impacting labor needs in agriculture, climate change affecting workforce distribution, and policy shifts towards sustainable practices potentially altering employment landscapes, particularly in Europe and Asia.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Agriculture, Forestry and Seafood Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 23.18 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 15.37 | 2023 | -1.97% | -2.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.57 | 2023 | -3.5% | -3.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 7.37 | 2023 | -2.65% | -3.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.81 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chile | 5.08 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.99 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.68 | 2023 | -0.82% | -0.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 3.7 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.07 | 2023 | -1.05% | -1.22% | View data |
