In 2023, Mexico led in agricultural freshwater withdrawals, accounting for 75.57% of its total water use, followed closely by Mozambique at 73.05% and Armenia at 70.87%. Noticeable declines were observed in Mexico (-4.1%) and Australia (-2.48%), while significant increases were seen in Estonia (12.7%) and Slovakia (1.91%). China's moderate rise of 0.33% indicates a continuous upward trend in agricultural demands.
Future trends to watch:
- Emerging water-efficient technologies and practices may drive reductions in agricultural water withdrawals.
- Climate change impacts and policy interventions will likely alter usage patterns globally, with a focus on sustainability.
Top countries in Annual Freshwater Withdrawals in Agriculture by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Percent of Total Freshwater Withdrawal | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 75.57 | 2023 | -0.061% | -0.041% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Mozambique | 73.05 | 2023 | +0.0000075% | +0.0000058% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Armenia | 70.87 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 China | 62.41 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 62.33 | 2023 | +0.0025% | -2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Jordan | 51.19 | 2023 | -0.23% | -0.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 14.14 | 2023 | -1.43% | +1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 5.06 | 2023 | -0.1% | +1.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 0.54 | 2023 | +0.18% | +12.7% | View data |
