Cropland Footprint By Country December 2022

The ecological footprint of cropland measures the agricultural impact of land use for crop production. This indicator helps assess the sustainability of farming practices and their contribution to environmental pressures worldwide.

Top Countries by Cropland Footprint

The leading countries with the highest cropland footprints are:

1. Canada: Index 2.8
2. Paraguay: Index 2.4
3. Argentina: Index 2.2
4. Australia, Lithuania, and Ukraine: Index 1.9
5. Bulgaria: Index 1.7

Key Insights into Cropland Usage

Large Agricultural Land: Countries with vast agricultural resources, such as Canada and Argentina, dominate the rankings.
Geographical Variations: South America, Europe, and North America display significant cropland usage, reflecting their agricultural reliance.
Environmental Impact: Intensive crop production can lead to soil depletion, habitat loss, and greenhouse gas emissions if not managed sustainably.

FAQs About Cropland Footprint

Q: What does a high cropland footprint indicate?
A: It signifies extensive agricultural activities, which can strain natural resources if sustainability measures are not in place.

Q: Which country has the highest cropland footprint?
A: Canada leads the rankings with an index of 2.8.

Q: How can cropland footprints be reduced?
A: By adopting sustainable farming practices, reducing deforestation for agriculture, and improving soil management techniques.

Steps Toward Sustainable Agriculture

To mitigate the environmental impact of cropland usage, countries must invest in eco-friendly farming techniques, promote crop diversification, and encourage policies supporting sustainable land use.

Cropland Footprint By Country December 2022 (Index, December 2022)

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Rank	Country	Index
1	Canada	2.8
2	Paraguay	2.4
3	Argentina	2.2
4	Australia	1.9
4	Lithuania	1.9
4	Ukraine	1.9
5	Bulgaria	1.7
6	Hungary	1.6
6	Kazakhstan	1.6
6	Romania	1.6
7	Denmark	1.4
8	Latvia	1.3
8	United States	1.3
9	Brazil	1.2
10	Ivory Coast	1.1
10	France	1.1
10	Serbia	1.1
11	Moldova	1
11	Guyana	1
11	Russia	1
11	Spain	1
11	Uruguay	1
12	Belarus	0.9
12	Czech Republic	0.9
12	Estonia	0.9
12	Myanmar	0.9
13	Ghana	0.8
13	Niger	0.8
13	Poland	0.8
13	Slovakia	0.8
13	Thailand	0.8
14	Croatia	0.7
14	Laos	0.7
14	Malaysia	0.7
14	Mali	0.7
14	Turkey	0.7
15	Bolivia	0.6
15	Benin	0.6
15	Cameroon	0.6
15	Finland	0.6
15	Greece	0.6
15	Guinea-Bissau	0.6
16	Austria	0.5
16	Belize	0.5
16	Bosnia and Herzegovina	0.5
16	Burkina Faso	0.5
16	China	0.5
16	Germany	0.5
16	Guinea	0.5
16	Indonesia	0.5
16	Malawi	0.5
16	Nigeria	0.5
16	Sudan	0.5
16	Vietnam	0.5
17	Albania	0.4
17	Azerbaijan	0.4
17	Burundi	0.4
17	Chad	0.4
17	Costa Rica	0.4
17	Guatemala	0.4
17	Ireland	0.4
17	Uzbekistan	0.4
17	Italy	0.4
17	Kyrgyzstan	0.4
17	Morocco	0.4
17	Nepal	0.4
17	Nicaragua	0.4
17	North Macedonia	0.4
17	Senegal	0.4
17	Sierra Leone	0.4
17	Sweden	0.4
17	Tanzania	0.4
17	Turkmenistan	0.4
17	United Kingdom	0.4
18	South Sudan	0.3
18	Bangladesh	0.3
18	Belgium	0.3
18	Central African Republic	0.3
18	Chile	0.3
18	Cuba	0.3
18	Dominican Republic	0.3
18	Eswatini	0.3
18	Ethiopia	0.3
18	India	0.3
18	Iran	0.3
18	Luxembourg	0.3
18	Mexico	0.3
18	Papua New Guinea	0.3
18	Peru	0.3
18	Philippines	0.3
18	Rwanda	0.3
18	Solomon Islands	0.3
18	South Africa	0.3
18	Sri Lanka	0.3
18	Suriname	0.3
18	Syria	0.3
18	Togo	0.3
18	Tunisia	0.3
18	Uganda	0.3
19	Armenia	0.2
19	Bhutan	0.2
19	Colombia	0.2
19	DR Congo	0.2
19	El Salvador	0.2
19	Fiji	0.2
19	Gabon	0.2
19	Haiti	0.2
19	Kenya	0.2
19	South Korea	0.2
19	Madagascar	0.2
19	Mongolia	0.2
19	Mozambique	0.2
19	Netherlands	0.2
19	Norway	0.2
19	Pakistan	0.2
19	Portugal	0.2
19	Slovenia	0.2
19	Tajikistan	0.2
19	Timor-Leste	0.2
19	Zambia	0.2
19	Zimbabwe	0.2
19	Algeria	0.2
19	Angola	0.2
20	Panama	0.1
20	Saudi Arabia	0.1
20	Venezuela	0.1
20	Switzerland	0.1
20	Afghanistan	0.1
20	Barbados	0.1
20	Botswana	0.1
20	Republic of the Congo	0.1
20	Equatorial Guinea	0.1
20	Eritrea	0.1
20	Gambia	0.1
20	Georgia	0.1
20	Iraq	0.1
20	Israel	0.1
20	Jamaica	0.1
20	Japan	0.1
20	Jordan	0.1
20	North Korea	0.1
20	Lebanon	0.1
20	Lesotho	0.1
20	Liberia	0.1
20	Libya	0.1
20	Mauritania	0.1
20	Montenegro	0.1
20	Saint Lucia	0.1
20	Namibia	0.1
20	Oman	0.1