In 2023, Germany led European higher education expenditure on R&D in agricultural and veterinary sciences, followed by Italy and the Netherlands. Notably, the Netherlands showed the highest growth at 7.06% from the previous year, while Slovakia and Lithuania also demonstrated notable increases at 7.63% and 8.98%, respectively. Conversely, Finland had the smallest growth at 0.34%. These variations over the past years reflect significant efforts and investments in these sectors across different countries, indicating a focus on enhancing agricultural and veterinary research capabilities.
Looking ahead, European countries are expected to continue prioritizing innovation in agriculture and veterinary sciences due to global challenges such as food security and sustainable farming practices. Watch for further investments in precision agriculture, technological advancements, and cross-border collaborations that could influence the R&D expenditure landscape across Europe.
Top countries in Higher Education Expenditure on R&D in Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 41.07 | 2023 | +1.69% | +1.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 23.06 | 2023 | +1.95% | +2.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 18.18 | 2023 | +1.9% | +7.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.76 | 2023 | +2.1% | +3.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 3.16 | 2023 | +2.13% | +0.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 2.53 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 0.98 | 2023 | +2.34% | +1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.95 | 2023 | +3.01% | +7.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.57 | 2023 | +3.2% | +8.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 0.49 | 2023 | +1.5% | +3.6% | View data |
