The irrigation area in the Netherlands has experienced significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, peaking at 307.46 thousand hectares in 2023. Variations have been dramatic with a notable decline in 2014 and 2016, followed by substantial increases in 2017 and beyond. Year-on-year growth has stabilized, with a slight 4.18% increase in 2023. The last five-year CAGR is moderately positive at 2.72%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued gradual increase in the irrigation area
- Impact of climate change on irrigation needs
- Technological advancements in irrigation techniques
