In 2023, Romania led with 0.29% of its total agricultural area dedicated to organic maize cultivation, followed by Greece at 0.26% and Croatia at 0.23%. The year-on-year increases were remarkable in Lithuania (37.97%), Slovakia (30.26%), and Greece (30.01%). Belgium's expansion of 27.23% and Bulgaria's 24.57% also highlighted significant growth. In contrast, Hungary and Portugal showed no change. Over the past five years, a focus on environmental sustainability has driven stable growth in organic maize farming across Europe.
Future trends indicate continued expansion, as countries strive to meet EU sustainability targets. Rising consumer demand for organic products is expected to further accelerate this shift.
Top countries in Maize Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 0.29 | 2023 | +7.41% | +23.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 0.26 | 2023 | +18.18% | +30.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 0.23 | 2023 | +9.52% | +10.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 0.15 | 2023 | +25% | +30.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 0.12 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.11 | 2023 | 0% | +4.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.1 | 2023 | +11.11% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.1 | 2023 | +11.11% | +27.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.06 | 2023 | 0% | +8.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.06 | 2023 | +20% | +24.57% | View data |
