The data indicates that India currently has the largest area of global arable land and permanent crops, followed by the United States and China. Over the past year, notable growth was observed in Argentina, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh. Brazil and Tanzania also showed significant increases, while Russia, Kazakhstan, and some European countries like Romania and Hungary experienced minor declines. In terms of the last five years, these changes have contributed to minor shifts in the global agriculture landscape, with a general trend towards expanding arable areas in developing regions.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of climate change on arable land availability, technological advancements in agriculture that could increase land productivity, and policy changes related to land use and sustainability. Countries in Africa and South America may continue to see increases in their agricultural land as they invest more in agriculture and infrastructure, potentially reshaping global agricultural dynamics over the coming years.
Top countries in Arable Land and Permanent Crops by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 1,678,000 | 2023 | -0.1% | -0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 1,599,400 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 1,286,500 | 2023 | +0.00039% | -0.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 1,234,400 | 2023 | -0.0011% | -0.00015% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 672,350 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Indonesia | 550,280 | 2023 | +1.31% | +0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Argentina | 441,900 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Nigeria | 437,270 | 2023 | +0.26% | +0.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 383,210 | 2023 | -0.14% | -0.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 338,010 | 2023 | +0.044% | +0.034% | View data |
