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

The Netherlands' agriculture sector saw a gradual decrease in its contribution to GDP, from 4.0% in 1990 to 1.5% by 2022. This trend aligns with the nation’s shift towards high-value technology, logistics, and services. The decrease in the early 2000s reflects economic diversification and increased focus on specialized agricultural exports rather than production volume, positioning the Netherlands as a key global exporter in flowers and dairy.

Agriculture’s stable contribution around 1.5-1.9% in recent years highlights its efficient and technologically advanced approach. The Netherlands remains a major agricultural exporter despite agriculture’s smaller share of GDP, showcasing high productivity.