The area of arable and permanent cropland in Turkey has seen a consistent decline over the past decade. In 2023, the agricultural area stood at 22.65 million hectares, having decreased gradually from 23.81 million hectares in 2013. The year-on-year variation over the last two years showed a nearly consistent reduction of approximately -0.53% annually. The five-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was about -0.46%, indicating a steady downward trend.

Looking ahead, forecasted data suggests the trend will continue at an average annual decline rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.45% up to 2028. By 2028, the agricultural area is expected to be 22.02 million hectares, marking a total reduction of about 2.21% from 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

Land use policy changes that may aim to stabilize or reverse the decline in agricultural area.
Technological advancements in agriculture that could increase the efficiency of smaller land areas.
Environmental and climatic factors that could further impact arable land availability.