Agriculture Value Added as a Share of GDP by Country 1998
Explore the agriculture value added as a share of GDP by country, measuring the economic impact of farming sectors. This statistic highlights the importance of agriculture in national economies and informs investment decisions.
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1 |  China | 179,000,000,000 $ |
2 |  India | 104,000,000,000 $ |
3 |  United States | 99,800,000,000 $ |
4 |  Japan | 65,708,569,143 $ |
5 |  Brazil | 40,212,366,430 $ |
6 |  France | 35,511,312,877 $ |
7 |  Italy | 35,166,871,986 $ |
8 |  Turkey | 34,355,619,011 $ |
9 |  Spain | 25,700,423,789 $ |
10 |  Germany | 21,837,187,893 $ |
11 |  Mexico | 21,783,615,207 $ |
12 |  Pakistan | 21,706,453,676 $ |
13 |  Indonesia | 16,668,808,961 $ |
14 |  Nigeria | 16,244,777,599 $ |
15 |  South Korea | 16,199,376,354 $ |
16 |  United Kingdom | 15,479,686,601 $ |
17 |  Argentina | 14,760,629,547 $ |
18 |  Canada | 13,738,124,143 $ |
19 |  Russia | 13,703,355,896 $ |
20 |  Iran | 12,341,087,440 $ |
21 |  Egypt | 12,059,074,870 $ |
22 |  Australia | 11,904,550,009 $ |
23 |  Thailand | 11,662,237,503 $ |
24 |  Netherlands | 11,199,997,288 $ |
25 |  Philippines | 10,985,153,279 $ |
26 |  Bangladesh | 10,448,655,601 $ |
27 |  Colombia | 9,661,421,804 $ |
28 |  Malaysia | 9,608,154,165 $ |
29 |  Saudi Arabia | 9,013,012,817 $ |
30 |  Greece | 8,615,308,665 $ |
31 |  Uzbekistan | 7,649,803,636 $ |
32 |  Vietnam | 7,031,433,984 $ |
33 |  Poland | 6,771,882,373 $ |
34 |  Morocco | 6,736,370,741 $ |
35 |  Sweden | 6,259,349,081 $ |
36 |  Romania | 5,995,667,323 $ |
37 |  Algeria | 5,587,245,125 $ |
38 |  Syrian Arab Republic | 5,133,325,967 $ |
39 |  Ukraine | 5,050,715,236 $ |
40 |  Ecuador | 4,887,656,000 $ |
41 |  Peru | 4,649,146,758 $ |
42 |  South Africa | 4,641,779,663 $ |
43 |  Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 4,581,733,331 $ |
44 |  Venezuela | 4,521,823,827 $ |
45 |  Portugal | 4,390,035,838 $ |
46 |  Ghana | 4,386,801,961 $ |
47 |  Chile | 4,195,601,205 $ |
48 |  Austria | 3,914,056,155 $ |
49 |  Finland | 3,886,261,049 $ |
50 |  Denmark | 3,795,758,384 $ |
51 |  Ethiopia | 3,722,964,253 $ |
52 |  Switzerland | 3,556,308,787 $ |
53 |  Myanmar | 3,499,209,897 $ |
54 |  Norway | 3,490,610,956 $ |
55 |  New Zealand | 3,399,974,754 $ |
56 |  Belgium | 3,246,205,511 $ |
57 |  Tanzania | 3,168,220,210 $ |
58 |  Ireland | 3,134,797,898 $ |
59 |  North Korea | 3,044,042,114 $ |
60 |  Côte d'Ivoire | 3,025,671,041 $ |
61 |  Hungary | 2,940,187,032 $ |
62 |  Libya | 2,827,392,618 $ |
63 |  Kenya | 2,773,840,080 $ |
64 |  Guatemala | 2,401,397,665 $ |
65 |  Uganda | 2,375,556,539 $ |
66 |  Czech Republic | 2,342,914,083 $ |
67 |  Tunisia | 2,311,291,137 $ |
68 |  Cameroon | 2,146,760,588 $ |
69 |  Sri Lanka | 2,074,351,614 $ |
70 |  Israel | 2,038,942,932 $ |
71 |  Bulgaria | 2,015,896,385 $ |
72 |  Kazakhstan | 1,896,059,768 $ |
73 |  Dominican Republic | 1,876,798,196 $ |
74 |  Belarus | 1,843,496,369 $ |
75 |  Afghanistan | 1,756,722,442 $ |
76 |  Nepal | 1,756,634,453 $ |
77 |  Uruguay | 1,732,268,273 $ |
78 |  Costa Rica | 1,726,549,064 $ |
79 |  Somalia | 1,697,795,344 $ |
80 |  Cuba | 1,574,400,000 $ |
81 |  Zimbabwe | 1,503,870,642 $ |
82 |  Mozambique | 1,498,047,114 $ |
83 |  United Arab Emirates | 1,491,203,717 $ |
84 |  Madagascar | 1,419,428,377 $ |
85 |  Cambodia | 1,392,257,642 $ |
86 |  Croatia | 1,368,652,769 $ |
87 |  Papua New Guinea | 1,240,219,846 $ |
88 |  Yemen | 1,199,173,396 $ |
89 |  Guinea | 1,162,647,929 $ |
90 |  Georgia | 1,158,249,562 $ |
91 |  Iraq | 1,153,320,864 $ |
92 |  Malawi | 1,145,973,843 $ |
93 |  Paraguay | 1,141,053,174 $ |
94 |  Mali | 1,141,041,319 $ |
95 |  Angola | 1,112,625,206 $ |
96 |  Senegal | 1,107,652,332 $ |
97 |  Bolivia | 1,072,845,290 $ |
98 |  Honduras | 1,049,023,526 $ |
99 |  El Salvador | 1,035,504,068 $ |
100 |  Haiti | 1,005,031,237 $ |
101 |  Niger | 994,042,012.5 $ |
102 |  Burkina Faso | 959,527,552.2 $ |
103 |  Nicaragua | 890,315,719.3 $ |
104 |  Benin | 870,404,196.7 $ |
105 |  Lithuania | 861,203,418.4 $ |
106 |  Azerbaijan | 806,978,874.2 $ |
107 |  Rwanda | 800,326,167.8 $ |
108 |  Slovenia | 792,618,306.3 $ |
109 |  Albania | 735,433,728.2 $ |
110 |  Panama | 730,233,849 $ |
111 |  Lebanon | 723,675,419.1 $ |
112 |  Turkmenistan | 721,172,761.7 $ |
113 |  Chad | 703,555,646.1 $ |
114 |  Iceland | 689,579,880.2 $ |
115 |  Bosnia and Herzegovina | 676,851,121.4 $ |
116 |  Jamaica | 630,150,478.8 $ |
117 |  Kyrgyzstan | 591,307,627.3 $ |
118 |  Armenia | 583,129,367 $ |
119 |  Zambia | 561,364,754.2 $ |
120 |  Mauritania | 527,218,210.5 $ |
121 |  Togo | 496,128,823.9 $ |
122 |  Republic of Moldova | 486,807,738.7 $ |
123 |  Slovakia | 484,840,484 $ |
124 |  State of Palestine | 476,500,000 $ |
125 |  Oman | 448,880,582.9 $ |
126 |  Cyprus | 443,850,414.5 $ |
127 |  Laos | 434,476,130.9 $ |
128 |  Central African Republic | 433,436,254 $ |
129 |  North Macedonia | 431,995,837.3 $ |
130 |  Sierra Leone | 425,229,607.9 $ |
131 |  Burundi | 376,504,109.1 $ |
132 |  Mongolia | 356,486,579 $ |
133 |  Liberia | 344,475,637 $ |
134 |  Namibia | 332,644,535.9 $ |
135 |  Guyana | 324,288,111.2 $ |
136 |  Mauritius | 323,337,851 $ |
137 |  Gambia | 314,661,529.4 $ |
138 |  Tajikistan | 304,941,100.3 $ |
139 |  Gabon | 294,206,432.3 $ |
140 |  Estonia | 286,442,725.7 $ |
141 |  Latvia | 273,805,209.8 $ |
142 |  Jordan | 250,615,060.6 $ |
143 |  Suriname | 246,070,472.7 $ |
144 |  Fiji | 233,417,539.1 $ |
145 |  Congo | 223,620,120.4 $ |
146 |  Eritrea | 189,259,235.2 $ |
147 |  Timor-Leste | 160,600,000 $ |
148 |  Trinidad and Tobago | 156,998,056.9 $ |
149 |  Luxembourg | 156,623,581.4 $ |
150 |  Guinea-Bissau | 154,209,214.9 $ |
151 |  Botswana | 151,708,046.6 $ |
152 |  Eswatini | 151,072,522.1 $ |
153 |  Solomon Islands | 143,666,932.8 $ |
154 |  Comoros | 136,243,538 $ |
155 |  Kuwait | 114,846,110.8 $ |
156 |  Bhutan | 108,254,646.9 $ |
157 |  Belize | 98,865,152 $ |
158 |  Singapore | 95,482,696.5 $ |
159 |  Malta | 94,537,106.86 $ |
160 |  Bahamas | 94,200,000 $ |
161 |  Cabo Verde | 77,050,266.17 $ |
162 |  Lesotho | 68,977,338.27 $ |
163 |  Saint Lucia | 48,982,961.11 $ |
164 |  Samoa | 48,320,825.8 $ |
165 |  Maldives | 44,596,258.28 $ |
166 |  Montenegro | NaN $ |
167 |  Qatar | 70,329,670.33 $ |
168 |  Brunei Darussalam | 61,326,290.51 $ |
169 |  Barbados | 56,500,000 $ |
170 |  Bahrain | 54,651,710.24 $ |
171 |  Tonga | 40,714,871.71 $ |
172 |  Dominica | 38,900,000 $ |
173 |  Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 33,062,863.33 $ |
174 |  Sao Tome and Principe | 14,650,052.23 $ |
175 |  Saint Kitts and Nevis | 8,670,370.37 $ |
176 |  Serbia | NaN $ |
177 |  Seychelles | 26,965,420.87 $ |
178 |  Equatorial Guinea | 24,702,009.04 $ |
179 |  Grenada | 22,669,204.44 $ |
180 |  Kiribati | 20,610,121.9 $ |
181 |  Djibouti | 15,733,279.8 $ |
182 |  Antigua and Barbuda | 12,131,112.96 $ |
183 |  Cook Islands | 6,521,383.88 $ |
184 |  South Sudan | NaN $ |
185 |  Sudan | NaN $ |
186 |  Vanuatu | 69,537,814.02 $ |
187 |  Tuvalu | 2,605,698.06 $ |
188 |  Nauru | 1,533,352.529 $ |
↑Top 10 Countries
Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.
↓Bottom 10 Countries
- #188Nauru
- #187Tuvalu
- #186Vanuatu
- #185Sudan
- #184South Sudan
- #183Cook Islands
- #182Antigua and Barbuda
- #181Djibouti
- #180Kiribati
- #179Grenada
Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.
Analysis & Context
The "Agriculture Value Added as a Share of GDP by Country" for the year 1998 offers a revealing snapshot of the economic significance of farming sectors across the globe. This metric, measured in dollars, quantifies the contribution of agricultural activities to national economies, shedding light on how agriculture drives growth and development. By understanding these dynamics, stakeholders can make informed investment decisions and develop targeted policy interventions.
Global Economic Significance in 1998
In 1998, agriculture maintained its critical role in the economies of numerous countries. Globally, 184 countries reported data on agriculture's contribution to GDP, with China leading the list at a staggering $179 billion. This figure underscores China's vast agricultural capacity and its importance in sustaining the country's economic engine. Similarly, India followed with $104 billion, emphasizing its reliance on agriculture as a foundation for rural employment and economic stability. Meanwhile, the United States, with $99.8 billion, highlighted the agrarian sector's technological prowess and its integration into a larger industrial economy.
Regional Economic Disparities
Analyzing the data reveals significant regional economic disparities in agriculture's share of GDP. Large economies like China, India, and the United States showcased substantial agricultural outputs. On the other hand, smaller island nations such as Nauru, with just over $1.5 million, and Tuvalu, at around $2.6 million, reflected limited agricultural activities due to geographical and climatic constraints. These disparities highlight how geographic, climatic, and economic factors influence agricultural productivity and its economic significance.
Significant Year-over-Year Changes
Despite the overall importance of agriculture, the sector experienced notable year-over-year variations in 1998. Turkey saw the most significant increase, with a 27.3% rise amounting to $7.4 billion. This growth can be attributed to favorable policy changes and increased investment in agricultural infrastructure and technology, boosting productivity. China's agricultural value added also grew by $5 billion, a 2.9% increase, driven by continued modernization and efficiency improvements in farming practices.
Conversely, Indonesia faced a dramatic decrease of $16.9 billion, a 50.3% drop, partly due to the Asian financial crisis that severely impacted its economy. Russia and South Korea experienced similar declines at -41.9% and -36.5%, respectively, indicating broader economic challenges affecting the agricultural sector.
Economic Impact and Policy Influences
The 1998 data highlights how policy decisions can significantly influence agriculture's contribution to GDP. Countries like France and Algeria, which reported increases of 4.3% and 31.5% respectively, benefited from supportive agricultural policies and investments. These policies often included subsidies, technological advancements, and trade agreements designed to enhance competitiveness and sustainability in agriculture.
In contrast, countries experiencing economic turmoil or political instability often saw declines in agricultural output, reflecting how external economic factors can affect this sector. The United States, for example, witnessed an $9.2 billion decrease, partly due to changes in domestic agricultural policies and international trade dynamics.
Future Projections and Global Trends
Looking ahead, the global trend suggests an increasing need for innovation and sustainability in agriculture to meet growing population demands. The data from 1998 serves as a baseline, indicating that countries must adapt to evolving economic landscapes, environmental challenges, and technological advancements to enhance agricultural productivity. Nations with robust policy frameworks and strategic investments in agriculture are likely to continue leveraging this sector for economic growth and stability.
In summary, the "Agriculture Value Added as a Share of GDP by Country" for 1998 provides crucial insights into how agriculture shapes national economies. The disparities between countries, driven by geographic and economic factors, underscore the need for tailored policies and investments. As the global context evolves, understanding these dynamics remains vital for nurturing sustainable agricultural sectors worldwide.
Insights by country
Denmark
In 1998, Denmark ranked 50th out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The agricultural sector contributed approximately $3,795,758,384 to the national economy during this year, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Denmark's overall economic structure.
This statistic can be attributed to Denmark's highly developed agricultural sector, which is characterized by advanced technology, efficient production methods, and strong export markets. The country is known for its significant production of dairy products, pork, and cereals, which are key components of its agricultural output.
Additionally, Denmark's agricultural policies, including subsidies and support for sustainable practices, have played a crucial role in maintaining the competitiveness of the sector. As of the late 1990s, the Danish agricultural industry was increasingly focused on quality and sustainability, positioning itself favorably in the global market.
Solomon Islands
In 1998, the Solomon Islands ranked 153rd out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The total value of agriculture contribution to the economy was approximately $143,666,932.8. This statistic highlights the significance of the agricultural sector in the overall economic structure of the country, reflecting its reliance on subsistence farming and cash crops.
Several factors contribute to this relatively low ranking, including the challenges posed by geographic isolation, limited infrastructure, and vulnerability to natural disasters such as cyclones and flooding. The economy of the Solomon Islands is predominantly based on agriculture, which employs a significant portion of the population, yet it struggles to achieve higher productivity levels compared to more industrialized nations.
Additionally, the agricultural sector is characterized by a diverse range of products, including coconuts, cocoa, and palm oil, which serve both local and export markets. The reliance on agriculture underscores the need for sustainable development practices to enhance food security and economic resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
Niger
Niger ranked 101st out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP in the year 1998. The total agriculture value added was approximately $994,042,012.5, reflecting the sector's significant role in the country's economy.
Agriculture is a cornerstone of Niger's economy, providing livelihoods for a large portion of the population and contributing to food security. The relatively high share of agriculture in GDP can be attributed to the country's reliance on subsistence farming, which is essential for the sustenance of rural communities. Factors such as climate variability, limited access to modern farming techniques, and recurrent droughts have historically influenced agricultural productivity and economic output in Niger.
In addition to its economic implications, the agricultural sector in Niger faces challenges that include soil degradation, inadequate infrastructure, and fluctuating market prices. Interestingly, despite these challenges, Niger has been recognized for its potential in agricultural development, particularly through initiatives aimed at improving irrigation and sustainable farming practices.
Belarus
In 1998, Belarus ranked 74th out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The total agriculture value added for that year was approximately $1,843,496,369, reflecting the sector's significant role in the country's economy.
This statistic highlights the importance of agriculture in Belarus, which has historically been a key component of its economic structure, influenced by the country's geographical conditions and climate conducive to farming. The agricultural sector employs a substantial portion of the workforce and contributes to food security and rural development.
Factors contributing to the high share of agriculture in GDP during this period include the legacy of Soviet agricultural policies, which prioritized collective farming, as well as the relative underdevelopment of other sectors of the economy at that time. Additionally, the transition from a centrally planned economy to a market-oriented one posed challenges that affected industrial growth, further entrenching agriculture's role.
Cook Islands
In 1998, the Cook Islands ranked 182nd out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The total value for agriculture in that year was approximately $6,521,383.88, highlighting the limited contribution of this sector to the national economy.
The low ranking and value can be attributed to the Cook Islands' small land area, reliance on tourism, and lack of extensive agricultural infrastructure. The economy is heavily dependent on services and tourism, which overshadow agricultural production and limit its growth potential.
Additionally, the islands face challenges such as soil degradation, susceptibility to climate change, and limited access to markets, which further constrains agricultural development. In contrast, tourism-related activities have become the primary economic driver, capturing a significantly larger share of GDP.
Philippines
In 1998, the Philippines ranked 25th out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP, contributing approximately $10,985,153,279 to its economy. This notable figure highlights the significant role that agriculture played in the country's economic structure during this period, reflecting its importance to rural livelihoods and food security.
The high share of agriculture in GDP can be attributed to several factors, including the Philippines' diverse agricultural production, which includes rice, coconut, sugar, and various fruits. Additionally, the country's geographical conditions and a largely agrarian population supported the agricultural sector's prominence in the national economy. However, challenges such as vulnerability to natural disasters, fluctuating market prices, and inadequate infrastructure have historically affected agricultural productivity.
Interestingly, agriculture remains a crucial sector in many developing nations, often constituting a substantial part of GDP, especially in Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, this reliance on agriculture also underscores ongoing discussions about food policy and rural development strategies aimed at enhancing productivity and sustainability.
Antigua and Barbuda
In 1998, Antigua and Barbuda ranked 180 out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The total agriculture value added for that year was approximately $12,131,112.96, indicating a minimal contribution of the agricultural sector to the overall economy.
This low percentage reflects the country's heavy reliance on tourism and services, with agriculture often overshadowed by these dominant sectors. Factors contributing to this situation include limited arable land, susceptibility to natural disasters, and a focus on high-value crops for export rather than broad agricultural development.
Moreover, the agricultural sector in Antigua and Barbuda has faced challenges such as high import dependency for food and agricultural products, which limits domestic production capabilities. This context underscores the need for diversification in economic activities to enhance resilience and sustainability in the nation's economic framework.
Nigeria
Nigeria ranked 14th out of 188 countries in terms of Agriculture Value Added as a Share of GDP in the year 1998. The total value of agriculture's contribution to Nigeria's GDP was approximately $16,244,777,599, highlighting the sector's significance in the country's economy during that period.
This high share of agriculture in GDP can be attributed to Nigeria's vast arable land, favorable climate, and a large labor force engaged in farming activities. Additionally, agriculture has historically been a backbone of the Nigerian economy, providing employment and sustenance for a significant portion of the population, particularly in rural areas.
In the context of the late 1990s, Nigeria faced various challenges, including infrastructural deficits and economic instability, which impacted agricultural productivity. Despite these challenges, the sector remained crucial for food security and rural livelihoods, emphasizing its integral role in the broader economic landscape.
Albania
In 1998, Albania ranked 109th out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of GDP. The total value of agriculture contribution to the Albanian economy was approximately $735,433,728.2. This statistic reflects the significant role that agriculture played in Albania's economic structure during a time of transition following the fall of communism, where the country was shifting towards a market-oriented economy.
The relatively high share of agriculture in GDP can be attributed to several factors, including the predominance of small-scale farming, a large rural population, and limited industrial development at the time. Despite ongoing challenges such as inadequate infrastructure and access to modern farming technologies, agriculture remained a vital source of livelihood for many Albanians, providing employment and supporting food security.
Additionally, it is noteworthy that agriculture's contribution to GDP typically reflects the economic resilience and adaptability of rural communities, which are often heavily reliant on local resources. In the years following 1998, Albania would continue to evolve its agricultural policies and practices, aiming to improve productivity and increase the sector's contribution to national economic growth.
Paraguay
In 1998, Paraguay ranked 93rd out of 188 countries in terms of agriculture value added as a share of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The agriculture value added for that year was approximately $1,141,053,174, highlighting the sector's significant contribution to the national economy.
The high reliance on agriculture in Paraguay can be attributed to its vast arable land and favorable climate, conducive to the cultivation of crops such as soybeans, corn, and sugarcane. Additionally, agriculture employs a substantial portion of the Paraguayan workforce, reflecting the sector's importance in providing livelihoods and sustaining rural communities.
In the broader context, agriculture's substantial role in Paraguay's economy is indicative of the country's developmental structure, where a large segment of economic activity is still rooted in primary sectors. This reliance on agriculture, however, also exposes the economy to vulnerabilities such as fluctuating commodity prices and climate-related challenges.
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