The organic agricultural area in Chile experienced significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. From 2013 through 2019, the area remained relatively stable with minor increases and decreases. However, a significant jump occurred in 2020, with the area reaching 156.82 thousand hectares, marking a 650.44% increase year-on-year. This impressive growth leveled off somewhat in the following years, stabilizing in 2021 at 152.77 thousand hectares and growing gradually to 164.97 thousand hectares by 2023, a 4.5% year-on-year increase.
From 2024 onwards, the trend is forecasted to continue its upward trajectory, reaching 199.93 thousand hectares by 2028. The forecasted average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next five years is 3.05%, predicting a total growth rate of 16.22% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Innovations in organic farming technologies and practices.
- Government policies and incentives to support organic agriculture.
- Market demand for organic products both domestically and internationally.
- Climatic changes and their impacts on agricultural practices.
