In 2023, Italy led the European subtropical and tropical fruits area fully converted to organic farming, boasting a share of 49.43 hectares. Spain followed with 32.34 hectares. France, although significantly smaller at 7.09 hectares, experienced the most substantial year-on-year growth of 77.84%. Portugal, Greece, and Cyprus also demonstrated notable advancements, while Montenegro showed a remarkable change of 58.74% despite its smaller scale. From a five-year perspective, several countries exhibited positive compound annual growth rates (CAGR), pointing towards evolving organic agricultural practices.
Future trends to watch:
- Expansion of organic farming in lower-ranked countries like Croatia, Slovenia, and Bulgaria.
- Continued investment and policy support will likely drive growth in high-growth countries such as France and Montenegro.
- Potential for increased adoption of organic practices driven by consumer demand for healthier and more sustainable produce.
Top countries in Subtropical and Tropical Fruits Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 49.43 | 2023 | +6.39% | +11.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 32.34 | 2023 | +11.89% | +17.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 7.09 | 2023 | +8.39% | +77.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 5.59 | 2023 | +6.71% | +13.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4.19 | 2023 | +5.06% | +4.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 0.69 | 2023 | +10.53% | +17.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 0.31 | 2023 | -16.46% | +11.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.17 | 2023 | +5.71% | +5.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.16 | 2023 | +25% | +1.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Montenegro | 0.019 | 2023 | +33.33% | +58.74% | View data |
