Agriculture Sector Contribution to GDP in Colombia (1990-2022)

Colombia’s agriculture sector contribution to GDP has shown a significant decline, from 17.5% in 1991 to around 6.4% in the early 2000s, reflecting the country’s economic diversification and increased focus on oil and services. However, the sector saw a resurgence from 2015 onward, rising to 7.6% in 2021 and 8.3% in 2022, likely fueled by government initiatives to boost rural economies and improve food security.

This recent increase emphasizes agriculture’s ongoing importance in Colombia, especially for rural employment and exports. Agriculture’s steady recovery over the last decade also reflects a response to economic challenges, as well as sustained demand for Colombia’s coffee, bananas, and flowers in global markets.