Montenegro’s utilized agricultural land in 2024 totaled 248,234 hectares, reflecting a 5.8% decrease compared to 2023, according to data from the Statistical Office (Monstat).
Perennial meadows and pastures made up the majority of this land, accounting for 92.3%. Arable land represented 3.5%, permanent crops 3.8%, and home gardens or yards 0.4%.
Compared to 2023, there was a notable 20.1% increase in arable land and a rise in permanent crop areas. However, perennial meadows and pastures declined by 8%, as did the land used for home gardens.
Corn production for grain in 2024 amounted to 3,585.6 tonnes, marking a 13.2% increase from the previous year. Other cereal and forage crops also saw production gains. Most fruit categories experienced higher yields compared to 2023, though peach production declined. Grape production rose by 3.6% year-on-year.
Utilized agricultural land includes arable land, home gardens, orchards, vineyards, nurseries, meadows, and pastures, regardless of ownership (either owned or leased).
Arable land refers to regularly cultivated areas where crops like cereals, industrial plants, potatoes, fodder, vegetables, flowers, and seeds are planted in rotation. Home gardens are primarily used for household consumption of vegetables, fruits, and grapes, with only occasional surplus sold.
Monstat clarified that data on late crop yields, fruits, and grapes were collected during the 2024 agricultural census, conducted from October 1 to December 1, using interviews and digital data entry tools. The survey included both family farms and business entities, based on current statistical criteria.
