Barbados Agriculture Value Added
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added as % of GDP NV.AGR.TOTL.ZS
Barbados's agriculture value added was 0.94% in 2025, ranked 165th globally. This represents a 40.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1975–2025.
Overview
Barbados's agriculture value added stood at 0.94% in 2025, a decline of +0.63% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.94% by 2025. Barbados ranked 165th globally.
Barbados' agriculture value added has experienced a significant decline over the years, with its all-time peak of 11.51 in 1975, followed by a steady decrease to 0.94 in 2025, ranking #165 globally. This downward trend is starkly contrasted with Ireland, which ranked closely at 0.97, and Germany, which surpassed 1.03. The drastic drop in agriculture's value added in Barbados is a notable shift, considering the sector's importance in the country's economic landscape. The decline may be attributed to various factors, including changes in agricultural practices, shifting global market dynamics, or perhaps a shift in economic priorities. As of 2025, agriculture's value added accounts for a mere 0.94 of the country's total output, underscoring the need for a comprehensive reassessment of Barbados' economic strategy. A notable uptick in agricultural innovation, investment in sustainable practices, or concerted efforts to diversify the sector could potentially alter the trajectory of this trend and revitalize the role of agriculture in Barbados' economy.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Value Added | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 0.27% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 0.61% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.94% | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.94% | −0.63% | #165 |
| 2024 | 1.58% | −0.08% | #32 |
| 2023 | 1.65% | +0.20% | #40 |
| 2022 | 1.45% | −0.53% | #38 |
| 2021 | 1.98% | −1.11% | #52 |
| 2020 | 3.09% | +0.83% | #65 |
| 2019 | 2.26% | +0.09% | #59 |
| 2018 | 2.17% | +0.36% | #55 |
| 2017 | 1.80% | +0.11% | #42 |
| 2016 | 1.70% | +0.07% | #39 |
| 2015 | 1.63% | −0.12% | #38 |
| 2014 | 1.75% | −0.07% | #40 |
| 2013 | 1.82% | +0.17% | #41 |
| 2012 | 1.65% | +0.09% | #39 |
| 2011 | 1.56% | −0.04% | #37 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Barbados matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2011. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw agriculture value added improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Barbados's agriculture value added was 0.94% in 2025. Ranked 165th globally. This represents a 40.2% decrease from the previous year.
Barbados's agriculture value added peaked at 11.51% in 1975.
The lowest agriculture value added in Barbados was 0.94% in 2025.
Barbados ranks 165th globally in agriculture value added as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NV.AGR.TOTL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Barbados's agriculture value added is projected to reach 0.94% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture value added of Barbados in 2025 was 0.94%. This ranks 165th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_barbados_agriculture-value-added,
title = {Barbados Agriculture Value Added},
url = {https://historysaid.com/barbados/agriculture-value-added/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}