The land area equipped for irrigation in North America saw fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, standing at 14.25 units of cropland in 2023. The overall trend demonstrated a period of decline until 2019, followed by a modest recovery and growth from 2020 onwards. The annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was 0.18%. The year-on-year variations indicate slight growth and stabilization in recent years. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a continual, though slight, increase with a five-year CAGR forecast at 0.14%, reaching 14.38 units by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in irrigation technology, potential impacts of climate change on water resources, and policy changes regarding water use and conservation, which could affect the extent of irrigated land.
