In 2023, Italy led Europe in fully converted organic leafy and stalked vegetable farming, covering 51.66 hectares. Spain and the Netherlands followed with 18.02 and 8.44 hectares, respectively. Notable year-on-year increases were observed in Greece (16.83%), Belgium (16.58%), and Finland (16.27%), while Macedonia saw a complete decline to nil. The years showcased growth, with Ireland (21.67%) and Estonia (39.33%) experiencing substantial uplifts. Conversely, the Czech Republic (-21.0%) and Portugal (-6.22%) recorded declines. The compound annual growth rates suggest robust overall expansion despite pockets of decline.
Future trends in European organic farming may pivot around increased consumer demand for organic produce, pushing expansion in lower-share countries. Monitoring policy shifts for organic farming incentives and technological advancements in sustainable agriculture will be vital for understanding future growth dynamics.
Top countries in Leafy and Stalked Vegetables Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 51.66 | 2023 | +7.75% | +7.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 18.02 | 2023 | +16.64% | +5.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 8.44 | 2023 | +6.38% | +6.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.08 | 2023 | +1.85% | +2.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 3.73 | 2023 | +31.39% | +15.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2.73 | 2023 | -5.71% | +1.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.43 | 2023 | +6.61% | +7.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.16 | 2023 | +4.72% | +16.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.44 | 2023 | +8.86% | +16.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1.01 | 2023 | +5.08% | +1.1% | View data |
