In 2020, New Zealand had 8.20 Mha of natural forest, extending over 31% of its land area. In 2023, it lost 5.63 kha of natural forest, equivalent to 45.8 Mt of CO₂ emissions.
Explore interactive charts and maps that summarize the human use of land in New Zealand. Statistics – including export flows of agricultural commodities, the economic impact of forests and forestry employment – can be customized, easily shared and downloaded for offline use.
