In 2023, Mexico led in fresh groundwater abstractions for agriculture, forestry, and fishing, with a notable increase of 1.22% from the prior year. South Korea also experienced growth of 1.58%. In contrast, Denmark and Russia saw declines of 5.8% and 4.54%, respectively. The Netherlands experienced a slight reduction of 0.92%, while Slovakia, Latvia, and Poland recorded positive growth at 4.17%, 7.67%, and 2.87%, respectively. Slovenia's abstraction levels remained stable with no change.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes aiming to manage water scarcity more effectively, technological advancements in irrigation, and shifts in agricultural practices potentially leading to decreased groundwater dependency. Countries may invest in sustainable water management practices to offset the impacts of climate change. These dynamics will likely influence water abstraction patterns globally.
Top countries in Fresh Ground Water Abstractions for Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 26,180 | 2023 | +1.34% | +1.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 1,560 | 2023 | +0.19% | +1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 318.35 | 2023 | -0.066% | -5.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 310 | 2023 | -6.34% | -4.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 217.11 | 2023 | +0.82% | -0.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 15.7 | 2023 | +1.95% | +4.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 4.37 | 2023 | +13.8% | +7.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.42 | 2023 | +3.89% | +2.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.53 | 2023 | +1.92% | 0% | View data |
