Agricultural Machinery & Equipment Wholesaling in Latvia - Market Research Report (2014-2029)

Agricultural machinery requires significant capital investment, which, for many small or independent farms, is only possible because of government subsidies. Agricultural support is falling across the EU and other European countries like the UK, leading to depressed budgets for many farmers. Despite this, sales of agricultural machinery have remained strong, with farmers keen to purchase the latest lines with autonomous and precision systems integrated into the machines. The enhanced productivity of these machines has made them must-haves, boosting sales despite the strong economic headwinds facing farmers. According to CEMA, the number of tractor registrations in 2022 was the second-highest since 2017. Wholesalers’ profitability has suffered from rising operating costs and intense competition internally and from direct-to-consumer sales from manufacturers. To raise profit, wholesalers have turned to offering comprehensive value-added services like financing options and technical support. Over the five years through 2024, agricultural machinery and equipment wholesaling revenue is forecast to dip at a compound annual rate of 1.3% to reach €119.5 billion, including a projected decline of 2.8% in 2024.