In 2023, Germany held the largest share of employment in the European forestry and agricultural machinery sector with 25.64%, reflecting a 3.31% increase from the previous year. Italy followed with 15.06%, despite a slight decline of -0.22%. France and Poland ranked third and fourth, respectively, with 10.96% and 9.9%, both showing minimal growth. Other notable countries include the Czech Republic with a slight increase of 0.63% and Belgium with a substantial rise of 2.89%. In contrast, Scandinavian countries like Denmark and Hungary experienced declines of -3.11% and -2.2%, respectively.
Looking forward, trends to watch include increased automation and technological innovations within the industry that may shift employment patterns. Additionally, Eastern European countries like Czech Republic and Slovenia appear poised for growth, potentially gaining larger shares of employment due to rising investments in their agricultural sectors. Monitoring sustainable forestry initiatives and environmental policies will also be critical in shaping future employment landscapes across Europe.
Top countries in Forestry and Agricultural Machinery Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.64 | 2023 | +2.59% | +3.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15.06 | 2023 | -0.24% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.96 | 2023 | +2.31% | +0.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.9 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 4.34 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.23 | 2023 | +0.18% | +0.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3.91 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.89 | 2023 | +0.93% | +1.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.33 | 2023 | +0.57% | +1.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.09 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.89% | View data |
