Contribution of agriculture to the economy. In the UK, like all other developed countries, agriculture has declined relative to the Gross Value Added (GVA) measure.

Total agricultural employment has consistently declined through the period. We predict a continuing decline for the coming decade.

Fertiliser use continues to decline in contrast to the often quoted "increasing intensification of agriculture".

Household expenditure on food eaten in - a remarkable social trend brought about by increasing wealth and the rise of the "eat out" culture.

Total fowl numbers illustrating an unusual trend in growth by comparison with other sectors.

Total pig numbers. The well documented decline of the pig industry from the late 1990's is clear to see.

Declining numbers reflecting economic difficulties, BSE and foot and mouth disease.

Total sheep and lambs. The dramatic fall in sheep numbers brought about by the mass slaughter of animals in the 2001 foot and mouth outbreak.

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