The line graph illustrates the annual rate of deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon in square kilometers between 2008 and 2021, while the pie chart provides a breakdown of the primary causes of this deforestation over the same period.
Overall, despite significant fluctuations, the rate of deforestation remained at a high level throughout the period, peaking sharply in 2017. Regarding the causes, the data reveals that agricultural activities are the dominant factor, with smallholder agriculture accounting for the largest share.
In 2013, the deforestation rate was at its highest for the period shown, exceeding over the 35000 square kilometers. This figure then dropped substantially over the next four years, reaching a low of approximately 20000 square kilometers in 2016. Following this, the rate began to trend upwards, rising to around 27000 square kilometers by 2017. After a slight decline in 2018, deforestation climbed steeply once more, ultimately reaching its lowest peak of 20000square kilometers in 2021
The pie chart complements this data by identifying the causes. Smallholder agriculture is the most significant contributor, responsible for 35% of the total deforestation. Cattle pasture follows closely at 25%, and large-scale agriculture accounts for a further 20%. Logging makes up 15% of the total, while all other causes combined constitute a minor 5%. In summary, agriculture in its various forms is responsible for 80% of the forest loss.