The planted forest area in the Philippines stood at 388 thousand hectares in 2023. Based on forecasted data, the area is set to grow annually, reaching 404.05 thousand hectares by 2028.
Year-on-year variations indicate a steady growth:
- From 2024 to 2025: 0.75%
- From 2025 to 2026: 0.74%
- From 2026 to 2027: 0.73%
- From 2027 to 2028: 0.72%
Examining the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be 0.75%, indicating consistent expansion of planted forest areas.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of governmental reforestation initiatives, climate change adaptation measures, and potential shifts in land use policy which could further influence the trajectory of forest area growth in the Philippines.
