The trend in pesticide sales in Sweden from 2013 to 2023 reveals a consistent decline. The sales peaked in 2014 with a notable increase of 13.89% from the previous year but subsequently faced a significant drop in 2016 by 15.58%. Since 2020, a modest rebound followed by a decline, marked a -3.39% year-on-year decrease leading into 2023. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) averaged -2.69%, reflecting a sustained contraction. The data for 2023 stood at 0.57 kilograms per unit of agricultural land.
Looking ahead, the forecast suggests a continual decline in pesticide sales, culminating in 0.48 kilograms per unit by 2028. Key trends to watch include advancements in sustainable agriculture, stricter regulatory measures on pesticide usage, and shifts towards organic farming practices. These factors are likely to further reduce pesticide sales in Sweden.
