Between 2013 and 2023, Austria saw fluctuating values for Fodder Crops and Grazed Biomass Direct Material Inputs, peaking at 11.92 million metric tons in 2016 and reaching a low of 9.52 million metric tons in 2018. The year 2023 registered a value of 10.48 million metric tons, almost stable compared to the previous two years with a slight decline.
Future trends indicate a gradual decrease in the value of direct material inputs, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.36% and an overall decline of 1.76% by 2028. Factors to monitor include agricultural policy changes, climate impact on fodder crop yields, and technological advancements in biomass production.
