Overview

Climatic, agronomic, societal and rural conditions across Germany’s regions (Laender) vary. Consequently, its agricultural sector encompasses different farm structures, ranging from highly specialised farms to family farms in mountain areas. Over 57% of the area is agricultural land and 30% is covered with forests. Milk, cereals as well as vegetables and horticultural products are the most important sectors in terms of production value. German agriculture is market-oriented, with certain sectors being very export-oriented. Predominantly rural regions cover 39% and intermediate regions 50% of the country’s territory.