The forecasted nitrogen nutrient balance in Germany from 2024 to 2028 reveals a steady decrease, with values projected to drop from 48 kg per hectare in 2024 to 40 kg per hectare by 2028. As of 2023, the nitrogen nutrient balance stood at 50 kg per hectare. The year-on-year decline is approximately 4.2% on average, showing consistent efforts towards reducing nitrogen surpluses in agriculture. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is around -4.3%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in precision farming, regulatory changes in environmental policies, and shifts in farmer practices that could further influence nitrogen usage and efficiency.
