From 2013 to 2023, pesticide use on crops in Thailand has shown significant fluctuations. Starting at 0.38 kilograms per hectare in 2013, there was a steep increase to 1.76 kilograms per hectare by 2017. However, subsequent years indicated a declining trend, with usage standing at 1.13 kilograms per hectare in 2023. The year-on-year variation in the last two years showed a -5.56% decrease in 2022 and a -5.04% decrease in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is -4.95%, indicating an overall decrease.
Future trends suggest continued declines in pesticide use, with projections indicating 0.83 kilograms per hectare by 2028. This downturn is driven by increasing regulatory scrutiny, greater awareness of environmental impacts, and a shift towards sustainable farming practices. Investors and stakeholders should closely monitor advancements in alternative pest control technologies and changes in agricultural policies that may further influence pesticide usage.
