The land area equipped for irrigation in Thailand has shown a steady and gradual decline from 2013 to 2023, consistently holding at 30.1 Unit of Cropland until 2019, then showing a slight year-on-year decrease starting in 2020. By 2023, this figure stood at 30.01 Unit. The year-on-year variation has been minimal but consistently negative since 2020, while the CAGR over the last five years has indicated a small contraction rate of -0.06% per year. Forecasts from 2024 onward suggest a continued slow decline, with projections down to 29.91 Unit by 2028, translating to a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.05% and a 5-year growth rate of -0.27%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of climate change and water resource management on irrigation infrastructure.
Technological advancements in irrigation technology that may alter trends.
Government policies and investments in agricultural development and sustainability.
Shifts in crop patterns and agricultural practices influenced by market demands and environmental considerations.