UK monthly GDP: agriculture, forestry and fishing
UK monthly GDP: agriculture, forestry and fishing stood at 98.2 in Jul 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Monthly GDP and output table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1997 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Monthly GDP and output table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly GDP by industry (ONS) | |||||||||||
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 98.2 | 98.4 | 98.1 | 97.5 | 97 | 98.1 | 99.5 | 101.2 | 102.5 | 103 | |
| Construction | 98.6 | 98.5 | 98.6 | 99.4 | 99.6 | 98.2 | 97.9 | 97.2 | 98.3 | 99.5 |
Understanding UK monthly GDP: agriculture, forestry and fishing
This indicator tracks the monthly volume of gross value added originating from agriculture, forestry, and fishing across the United Kingdom. The series measures biological production, crop cultivation, timber extraction, and marine or freshwater harvesting, excluding downstream food manufacturing and distribution activities which are captured in separate industrial classifications. Unlike the dominant service sector, this primary industry component reflects seasonal biological cycles and weather patterns rather than standard corporate trading weeks.
Interpreting this series demands awareness of its high volatility driven by harvest timing and meteorological conditions, which often creates sharp monthly swings that do not signal broader economic shifts. Analysts should rely on annual comparisons rather than month-on-month changes to discern genuine structural trends. Revisions can be substantial when final crop yields and livestock censuses replace early administrative projections for the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
- What activities are included in this primary sector measure?
- It covers farming, crop growth, forestry operations, timber felling, and commercial fishing across the United Kingdom.
- Are food processing and supermarket sales part of this index?
- No, food manufacturing and retail distribution are tracked under separate industrial and service sector headings.
- Why does this series show irregular monthly movements?
- Biological growth cycles, harvest periods, and unpredictable weather create sharp fluctuations throughout the year.