The global agriculture groundwater abstraction in 2023 saw varying trends among different countries. Greece led with 5.5 billion cubic meters, showing a 0.71% increase year-on-year. Japan, with 2.8 billion cubic meters, experienced a decline of 0.46%. South Korea grew by 0.96%, reaching 1.56 billion cubic meters. Russia and Denmark decreased significantly by 4.54% and 6.48%, respectively. Smaller countries like Costa Rica, Belgium, and Lithuania showed positive variations, with Costa Rica and Lithuania having notable increases of 4.6% and 4.62%. Estonia and Slovakia experienced minor decreases, while Slovenia remained constant.
Looking forward, future trends to watch in global agriculture groundwater abstraction include the impact of climate change and water conservation policies. Technological advancements in irrigation and smart agriculture are expected to drive efficiency, potentially reducing reliance on groundwater in favor of alternative sources. Additionally, geopolitical developments and economic factors will influence water management practices and abstraction rates significantly across different regions.
Top countries in Agriculture Groundwater Abstraction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 5,500 | 2023 | +1.44% | +0.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 2,800 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 1,560 | 2023 | -1.33% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 310 | 2023 | -6.34% | -4.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 307.1 | 2023 | -0.0098% | -6.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Costa Rica | 60.23 | 2023 | +1.12% | +4.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 50.05 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 12.7 | 2023 | 0% | -0.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 4.86 | 2023 | +0.021% | -0.033% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 4.59 | 2023 | -0.087% | +4.62% | View data |
