Analysis of the European aromatic, medicinal, and culinary plants area fully converted to organic farming reveals Poland leading with 19.45 thousand hectares in 2023, followed by France (11.12) and Bulgaria (8.92). From 2023, notable year-on-year increases were seen in Hungary (59.16%), with significant growth also in Estonia (31.78%) and Ireland (35.1%). Conversely, significant declines were noted in Portugal (-8.39%) and Montenegro (-20.63%). This indicates a dynamic shift towards organic farming across varying landscapes.
Future trends to watch include further expansion in countries with current rapid growth, such as Hungary and Estonia, as they leverage growing consumer demand for organic products. Additionally, monitoring the impact of agricultural policy changes in the EU and investment in organic farming will be crucial for understanding long-term shifts in this sector.
Top countries in Aromatic, Medicinal and Culinary Plants Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 19,450 | 2023 | +14.15% | +0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11,120 | 2023 | +6.21% | +9.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 8,920 | 2023 | +15.6% | -2.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8,050 | 2023 | -9.54% | +9.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6,080 | 2023 | +4.16% | +8.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 4,490 | 2023 | +26.96% | +59.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 4,380 | 2023 | +12.51% | +8.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2,300 | 2023 | +1.19% | +12.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1,770 | 2023 | -2.43% | +13.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1,680 | 2023 | +11.05% | -3% | View data |
