The global number of employees in agriculture, hunting, and forestry reveals that Spain leads, followed by Italy and Germany. In 2023, Spain's workforce grew by 1.23%, while Italy showed a modest rise of 0.1%, and Germany increased by 0.62%. Notably, Greece experienced a significant growth of 1.69%. In contrast, the UK and Poland faced declines of 0.71% and 0.45%, respectively. Estonia and Slovenia showed the most substantial reductions, with a decrease of 5.47% and 3.81%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include potential fluctuations due to climate change, technological advancements, and evolving agricultural policies. Labor shifts may arise as countries adapt to sustainable practices and global trade dynamics. Monitoring these trends will be critical for understanding future labor dynamics in these sectors.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Agriculture, Hunting and Forestry Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 17.3 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15.67 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 12.3 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11.66 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.45 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.27 | 2023 | -1.02% | -0.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 4.93 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 4.1 | 2023 | -0.71% | -0.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 3.47 | 2023 | -1.88% | -2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 3.39 | 2023 | 0% | -0.2% | View data |
