In 2023, the area fully converted and under conversion to organic plum farming in Italy was less than 1.53 thousand hectares. The forecast suggests a steady growth from 2024 to 2028, with values increasing each year, reaching 1.64 thousand hectares by 2028. Year-on-year variations reveal consistent increments: 2.6% from 2024 to 2025, 1.3% from 2025 to 2026, 1.9% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.2% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is modest, indicating a stable trend of growth driven by increased interest in organic agriculture.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in consumer demand for organic products, which could further influence the market's growth rates. Additionally, agricultural policy developments and technological advancements in farm management could impact organic conversion rates.
