The European organic farming sector shows significant variation across countries. In 2023, Poland led with the largest area of temperate fruit farming fully converted to organic, followed by Italy and France. Key growth was seen in Poland with a 46.48% increase year-on-year, while Greece saw a notable rise of 33.14%. Other significant increases were recorded in Hungary and Portugal. However, some countries like the Czech Republic and Slovakia experienced declines. Over five years, countries have experienced varied growth trajectories in organic farming.
Looking ahead, the demand for sustainable farming practices is anticipated to drive expansion in organic farming areas, particularly in countries with established growth like Poland and Italy. Emerging markets such as Greece and Hungary are also expected to contribute significantly to the region's organic farming landscape due to increasing environmental awareness and consumer demand for organic products.
Top countries in Temperate Fruits Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 81,280 | 2023 | +25.89% | +46.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 32,360 | 2023 | +3.97% | +3.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 23,800 | 2023 | +0.36% | +2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10,950 | 2023 | +7.08% | +8.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 10,810 | 2023 | +6.67% | +5.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 10,790 | 2023 | +4.14% | +4.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 10,190 | 2023 | +9.56% | +15.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 9,880 | 2023 | +4.36% | +5.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 3,450 | 2023 | +30.17% | +33.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3,380 | 2023 | -2% | -1.23% | View data |
