The forecast for fresh groundwater abstraction for irrigation in Germany shows a consistent increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the abstraction stood at 275 million cubic meters. From 2024 onwards, the projected annual growth shows a steady increase, starting at 280.25 million cubic meters in 2024 and reaching 298.09 million cubic meters by 2028. This demonstrates a strong demand for irrigation water over the forecasted period.

Year-on-Year Variation:

2025: +1.64%
2026: +1.58%
2027: +1.53%
2028: +1.48%

Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 2024-2028: +1.56%

Future Trends to Watch:

Potential impact of climate change on water availability, influencing abstraction rates.
Technological advancements in irrigation that could improve water efficiency.
Regulatory changes aimed at preserving water resources that might affect future abstraction levels.