Between 2013 and 2023, Belgium experienced oscillations in the land area equipped for irrigation, starting at 19.2 thousand hectares in 2013 and reaching a stable 24.0 thousand hectares by 2016. Over the last several years, from 2017 to 2023, the land area remained stable at 24.0 thousand hectares. The CAGR over the past five years has been 0%. Looking at the forecast from 2024 onward, a slight decline is expected, with the land area dropping to 23.9 thousand hectares by 2028, maintaining the 5-year CAGR and growth rate at 0%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in agricultural policy or technological advancements in irrigation that could either enhance efficiency or reduce the need for irrigated land. Climate change impacts and water resource management practices could also play critical roles in shaping the future landscape of agricultural irrigation in Belgium.
