Countries Where Most People Work in Agriculture (2026) (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
Agriculture remains the primary employer in many developing countries. In {#1}, {#1_value} of all workers are employed in farming.
Burundi leads with employment in agriculture (%) of 85.3%.
Mozambique ranks #2 at 73.0%.
Niger ranks #3 at 73.0%.
Chad ranks #4 at 71.7%.
Madagascar ranks #5 at 69.2%.
Top 25 Countries by Employment in Agriculture (%)
| # | Country | Employment in Agriculture (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Burundi | 85.3% | 2025 |
| 2 |  Mozambique | 73.0% | 2025 |
| 3 |  Niger | 73.0% | 2025 |
| 4 |  Chad | 71.7% | 2025 |
| 5 |  Madagascar | 69.2% | 2025 |
| 6 |  Lao PDR | 68.6% | 2025 |
| 7 |  Central African Republic | 66.1% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Malawi | 65.0% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Uganda | 64.9% | 2025 |
| 10 |  Tanzania | 64.6% | 2025 |
| 11 |  South Sudan | 63.8% | 2023 |
| 12 |  Mali | 63.0% | 2025 |
| 13 |  Guinea-Bissau | 61.1% | 2025 |
| 14 |  Ethiopia | 60.1% | 2025 |
| 15 |  Congo, Dem. Rep. | 58.5% | 2025 |
| 16 |  Eritrea | 55.5% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Equatorial Guinea | 55.3% | 2025 |
| 18 |  Zambia | 54.5% | 2025 |
| 19 |  Zimbabwe | 54.3% | 2025 |
| 20 |  Korea, Dem. People's Rep. | 54.1% | 2025 |
| 21 |  Angola | 51.9% | 2025 |
| 22 |  Burkina Faso | 51.8% | 2025 |
| 23 |  Afghanistan | 51.6% | 2025 |
| 24 |  Moldova | 50.5% | 2025 |
| 25 |  Guinea | 47.4% | 2025 |
Data from 188 countries is available. View full rankings →
FAQ
What is the highest employment in agriculture (%) in 2025?
Burundi has the highest employment in agriculture (%) at 85.3% in 2025.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 188 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.