Argentina Forest Area
Forest area as % of land area AG.LND.FRST.ZS
Argentina's forest area was 10.24% in 2025, ranked 164th globally. This represents a 0.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Argentina's forest area stood at 10.24% in 2025, a decline of +0.08% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 10.24% by 2025. Argentina ranked 164th globally.
Argentina's forest area has experienced a significant decline over the past 35 years, from a peak of 12.86 square kilometers in 1990 to 10.24 square kilometers in 2025. This represents a loss of approximately 20% of its forest cover. In comparison, Uganda, a peer country, has maintained a relatively stable forest area of 10.63 square kilometers over the same period. Argentina's forest area is now ranked #164 globally. The decline in Argentina's forest area is a cause for concern, as it not only affects biodiversity but also has implications for the country's climate and natural resources. A continued decline in forest area would exacerbate these issues. The trajectory of Argentina's forest area is likely to change if the government implements effective conservation and reforestation policies, such as those being implemented in countries like Uganda, which have seen some success in maintaining their forest cover.
Data & projection
| Year | Forest Area | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 10.20% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 10.24% | - | - |
| 2025 | 10.24% | −0.08% | #164 |
| 2023 | 10.32% | −0.04% | #163 |
| 2022 | 10.36% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2021 | 10.40% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2020 | 10.44% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2019 | 10.48% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2018 | 10.52% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2017 | 10.56% | −0.04% | #164 |
| 2016 | 10.60% | −0.03% | #164 |
| 2015 | 10.63% | −0.08% | #165 |
| 2014 | 10.71% | −0.08% | #164 |
| 2013 | 10.80% | −0.08% | #162 |
| 2012 | 10.88% | −0.08% | #160 |
| 2011 | 10.96% | −0.08% | #157 |
| 2010 | 11.04% | −0.12% | #156 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Argentina matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw forest area improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Argentina's forest area was 10.24% in 2025. Ranked 164th globally. This represents a 0.8% decrease from the previous year.
Argentina's forest area peaked at 12.86% in 1990.
The lowest forest area in Argentina was 10.24% in 2025.
Argentina ranks 164th globally in forest area as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is AG.LND.FRST.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Argentina's forest area is projected to reach 10.24% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The forest area of Argentina in 2025 was 10.24%. This ranks 164th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_argentina_forest-area,
title = {Argentina Forest Area},
url = {https://historysaid.com/argentina/forest-area/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}