In 2023, France led in fully converted organic agricultural area, followed by Spain and Italy. Notable growth occurred in Romania with a 22.14% increase, while Greece also experienced a robust 12.99% expansion. Conversely, the United Kingdom saw a decline of 1.4%, and Bulgaria faced a 10.48% drop. Over the last five years, growth trends were consistent across most countries, capturing a continent-wide shift towards organic farming.
Future trends to watch for in Europe include:
- Increased government support and subsidies for organic farming.
- Consumer demand driving expansion in organic food production.
- Innovations in sustainable farming techniques enhancing productivity.
- Potential risks from climate change affecting yields.
Top countries in Utilised Agricultural Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,452,200 | 2023 | +5.6% | +10.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,188,700 | 2023 | +7.23% | +2.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,998,000 | 2023 | +5.61% | +6.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 596,930 | 2023 | +5.88% | +2.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 583,370 | 2023 | +8.1% | +12.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 517,100 | 2023 | +0.65% | +1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 479,770 | 2023 | +14.35% | +22.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 401,470 | 2023 | +10.62% | +11.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 396,730 | 2023 | -2.03% | -1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 354,000 | 2023 | -3.53% | -0.53% | View data |
