Jamaica Agriculture Value Added
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added as % of GDP NV.AGR.TOTL.ZS
Jamaica's agriculture value added was 7.80% in 2025, ranked 80th globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1993–2025.
Overview
Jamaica's agriculture value added stood at 7.80% in 2025, a decline of +0.17% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 7.80% by 2025. Jamaica ranked 80th globally.
Jamaica’s agriculture value added, measured as a share of gross domestic product, stood at 7.80 in 2025, placing the island at #80 in the world rankings. The indicator has shown modest fluctuation over the 33‑year series, rising from a low of 7.65 in 1993 to an all‑time peak of 8.60 in 1995 before slipping to a trough of 4.62 in 2007, after which it recovered gradually. The recent level is comparable to peers such as Belize (7.84) and Kyrgyz Republic (7.72), suggesting that Jamaica’s agricultural sector remains broadly aligned with other small‑economy exporters. The post‑2007 rebound reflects policy efforts to diversify crops and improve market access, yet the sector’s share remains below the 1995 high. Continued investment in climate‑resilient farming practices and value‑chain integration will be crucial if Jamaica is to sustain the modest upward trajectory and close the gap with higher‑performing peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Value Added | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 7.98% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 7.89% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 7.80% | - | - |
| 2025 | 7.80% | −0.17% | #80 |
| 2024 | 7.97% | +0.19% | #102 |
| 2023 | 7.78% | +0.98% | #109 |
| 2022 | 6.80% | −0.58% | #101 |
| 2021 | 7.38% | −0.34% | #109 |
| 2020 | 7.72% | +1.42% | #108 |
| 2019 | 6.31% | +0.40% | #100 |
| 2018 | 5.90% | −0.01% | #100 |
| 2017 | 5.91% | −0.19% | #101 |
| 2016 | 6.10% | +0.24% | #96 |
| 2015 | 5.86% | −0.12% | #95 |
| 2014 | 5.97% | +0.00% | #95 |
| 2013 | 5.97% | +0.20% | #95 |
| 2012 | 5.77% | +0.12% | #92 |
| 2011 | 5.65% | +0.38% | #91 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Jamaica matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw agriculture value added improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Jamaica's agriculture value added was 7.80% in 2025. Ranked 80th globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from the previous year.
Jamaica's agriculture value added peaked at 8.60% in 1995.
The lowest agriculture value added in Jamaica was 4.62% in 2007.
Jamaica ranks 80th globally in agriculture value added as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NV.AGR.TOTL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Jamaica's agriculture value added is projected to reach 7.80% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture value added of Jamaica in 2025 was 7.80%. This ranks 80th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_jamaica_agriculture-value-added,
title = {Jamaica Agriculture Value Added},
url = {https://historysaid.com/jamaica/agriculture-value-added/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}