The forecast for pesticide use on crops in Germany indicates a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028, with values rising from 3.96 to 4.06 kilograms per hectare. Comparing the year-on-year increases: from 2024 to 2025, there's a rise of about 0.76%, from 2025 to 2026 an increase of 0.50%, and from 2026 to 2027 around 0.75%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year span is approximately 0.89%, highlighting a steady growth trend in pesticide use.

Future trends to monitor include:

The impact of environmental regulations and sustainability efforts on pesticide application rates.
Technological advancements in precision agriculture that might optimize or reduce pesticide use.
Market and consumer shifts driving demand for organic and less chemically-dependent produce.
Potential climatic changes affecting crop pest pressures and pesticide requirements.