Data on the agricultural sector in countries around the world, workers aged 15 to 64 with primary education or less, average age, and a graph of the top countries

Abstract

The data, which shows that the average age of workers aged 15-64 in Thailand’s agriculture sector has reached 47.5 years, points to several important trends and characteristics. First, while agriculture is Thailand’s main economic activity, the agricultural sector’s workforce is ageing. This is thought to be due to young people moving away from agriculture and towards cities. Additionally, the large number of workers with primary school education or less may suggest that low levels of education are affecting labor supply in the agricultural sector. This suggests that many older workers are remaining without any advances in technological innovation or efficiency. This trend highlights challenges to agricultural sustainability and productivity and underscores the need for future labor supply and education reform.

Agricultural sector, workers aged 15-64 with primary education or less, average age

Data showing that the average age of workers aged 15-64 in Italy’s agricultural sector reached 54.2 in 2015 and has since declined by 96.8% points to some important economic and social trends. Through data spanning 1981 to 2021, we can see that the Italian agricultural sector has been experiencing a significant ageing trend. The 2015 peak in particular indicates that the agricultural workforce is aging and there is a lack of influx of younger workers. Italy’s agricultural sector has long suffered from low productivity and efficiency, partly due to the retention of a poorly educated workforce. Subsequent declines could be due to a younger workforce, new policies, or changes in the economy. However, the problem of an aging population remains, and efforts are needed to improve the sustainability and productivity of agriculture.

The maximum is 54.2year[2015] of Italy, and the current value is about 96.8%

Agricultural sector, workers aged 15-64 with primary education or less, average age (worldwide)

Considering data from 1981 to 2021, the evolution of the average age of workers in the Italian agricultural sector between 15 and 64 years old is noteworthy. In particular, the average age of 54.2 years recorded in 2015 marks the peak of worker ageing in the agricultural sector. This ageing population is thought to be due to young people leaving the agricultural sector and migrating to urban areas, as well as the low educational level of agricultural workers. We also see recent improvements in Italy’s agricultural sector, with the average age of workers now at 96.8% of its peak. This could be due to a number of factors, including agricultural modernization, technological innovation, increased influx of young workers into the workforce, or policy changes. However, the challenge of an aging population remains, and continued efforts are needed to improve the sustainability and productivity of agriculture. It will be important to continue to monitor how Italy’s agricultural sector is evolving through these transitions.

The maximum is 54.2year[2015] of Italy, and the current value is about 96.8%

Agricultural sector, workers aged 15-64 with primary education or less, average age (world countries, latest year)

Data from 2021 shows that the average age of workers aged 15 to 64 in the agricultural sector is 41.5 years old, with Thailand having the highest age at 47.5 years old. This ageing trend represents an ageing workforce in the agricultural sector and is influenced by several factors. Thailand’s high average age indicates that the agricultural workforce is aging, and is thought to be due to a lack of young people moving into the country and migration to urban areas. Additionally, the average age across the agricultural sector is 41.5 years, meaning that the workforce is largely middle-aged and older, pointing to challenges to the sustainability and efficiency of agriculture. The total age of the data, 580 years, also reflects the influence of the age distribution of workers in each country’s agricultural sector. As the population ages, modernization and technological innovation in agriculture are necessary, and improving educational standards and encouraging young people to enter the industry are key issues. Improving the structure of the agricultural sector’s workforce to make it more sustainable and efficient will be a major focus going forward.

The maximum is 47.5year of Thailand, the average is 41.5year, and the total is 580year

Agricultural sector, workers aged 15-64 with primary education or less, average age (region, latest year)

According to 2008 data, the average age of workers in the agricultural sector aged 15-64 with primary school or less education was 33.1 years, with the Central African Republic recording the highest age. This figure reflects a relatively young age demographic in the agricultural sector, with a lower average age compared to many other countries. This reflects the fact that in some developing countries, including the Central African Republic, agriculture remains the primary source of livelihood, making it easier for young people to remain in the labour market. Additionally, the overall average age is 33.1 years, which indicates that the age range of workers in the agricultural sector is fairly evenly distributed. This suggests that while a relatively young generation is engaged in agriculture, there is little bias towards certain age groups. However, the fact that the agricultural sector’s workforce is young overall could also be a sign that young people lack the skills and educational opportunities. This highlights the importance of education and innovation in improving agricultural sustainability and productivity.

The maximum is 33.1year of Central African Republic, the average is 33.1year, and the total is 33.1year

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