Poland Agriculture Employment
Employment in agriculture SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS
Poland's agriculture employment was 6.22% in 2025, ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 4.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Poland's agriculture employment stood at 6.22% in 2025, a decline of +0.28% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.39% by 2026. Poland ranked 62nd globally.
Poland's agriculture employment has exhibited a notable decline over the past 35 years, with the latest available figure standing at 6.22% of the workforce, ranking it 62nd globally. This represents a significant drop from its all-time peak of 26.27% in 1991, during the early years of Poland's post-communist transition. The country's shift towards a more service-oriented economy has led to a substantial reduction in the share of people employed in the agricultural sector. In comparison, its peer countries such as Latvia, with 6.66% of its workforce in agriculture, have shown similar or even greater declines. The trend suggests that Poland's agriculture employment is likely to continue its downward trajectory as the service sector continues to grow. However, a significant increase in agricultural productivity or a shift in government policies could potentially alter this trajectory and lead to an increase in employment opportunities in the sector.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 3.76% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 4.58% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 5.39% | - | - |
| 2025 | 6.22% | −0.28% | #62 |
| 2024 | 6.50% | −1.98% | #62 |
| 2023 | 8.49% | −0.44% | #70 |
| 2022 | 8.93% | −0.17% | #71 |
| 2021 | 9.10% | −0.49% | #70 |
| 2020 | 9.59% | +0.43% | #72 |
| 2019 | 9.15% | −0.46% | #71 |
| 2018 | 9.62% | −0.60% | #71 |
| 2017 | 10.22% | −0.36% | #72 |
| 2016 | 10.58% | −0.95% | #74 |
| 2015 | 11.53% | −0.55% | #76 |
| 2014 | 12.08% | −0.54% | #77 |
| 2013 | 12.62% | −0.60% | #77 |
| 2012 | 13.22% | −0.34% | #78 |
| 2011 | 13.56% | −0.15% | #79 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw agriculture employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's agriculture employment was 6.22% in 2025. Ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 4.3% decrease from the previous year.
Poland's agriculture employment peaked at 26.27% in 1991.
The lowest agriculture employment in Poland was 6.22% in 2025.
Poland ranks 62nd globally in agriculture employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's agriculture employment is projected to reach 5.39% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture employment of Poland in 2025 was 6.22%. This ranks 62nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_agriculture-employment,
title = {Poland Agriculture Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/agriculture-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}