Forecast: Agricultural Area Under Organic Agriculture in Ghana

From 2013 to 2023, the agricultural area under organic agriculture in Ghana exhibited significant fluctuations. The period started at 28.2 thousand hectares in 2013, dropped substantially to 15.6 thousand hectares in 2014 but generally trended upward with notable increases, especially in 2020 when it surged to 72.8 thousand hectares. In 2023, the value stood at 39.76 thousand hectares, reflecting a 3.27% year-on-year increase over the previous year. The cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2018-2023) was 6.04%, showing solid growth despite yearly variations.

Future trends to watch for include:

  • A steady increase in the organic agricultural area is forecasted, reaching 45.95 thousand hectares by 2028.
  • A forecasted 2.3% average annual growth rate from 2024 to 2028 suggests a moderate but consistent expansion in organic farming.
  • The overall 5-year growth rate from 2024 to 2028 is projected at 12.05%, indicating a positive upward trajectory.

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