The data for the land area equipped for irrigation in Thailand, expressed in million hectares, indicates a consistent level of 6.42 million hectares from 2013 to 2023. Year-on-year variations and Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over both the past two and five years are at 0%, suggesting no change in the irrigated land area. This trend is forecasted to continue through 2028, maintaining the same figures.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential shifts in agricultural policies that may influence irrigation practices.
- Technological advancements in irrigation that could lead to optimized water use and possible changes in measurement.
- Environmental factors such as climate change that might necessitate adjustments in irrigation infrastructure.
- Socio-economic factors, including investment in rural infrastructure, impact on irrigation coverage.