Between 2014 and 2023, there were substantial fluctuations in public water supply to the Agriculture, Forestry, and Seafood sectors in Türkiye. Notably, the volume in 2023 stood at 15.56 million cubic meters. Significant variations include a sharp decline of 58.03% in 2016 followed by a growth trend observed from 2018 onwards, peaking with a 14.65% increase in 2020. Over the last two years, incremental increases of 1.72% in 2022 and 1.43% in 2023 were recorded, showing stabilizing trends. The 5-year annual compound average growth rate (CAGR) from 2019 to 2023 was 4.39%, indicating moderate growth.
Forecasts for the period from 2024 to 2028 suggest a relatively stable and modest increase in public water supply, with a 5-year forecasted CAGR of 0.63% and an overall forecasted growth rate of 3.18%. This indicates a trend toward stabilization in water resources allocated to these sectors.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change on water availability, governmental policies on water resource management, and technological advancements in water usage efficiency in agricultural practices. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for ensuring the sustainability of water supplies to these critical sectors.
