Italy leads the European brassicas organic farming with a significant share of 55.14 hectares in 2023, expanding by 14.49% over the previous year. Spain and Poland follow, showing considerable growth. The UK, Netherlands, and Denmark have smaller shares, with the Netherlands experiencing a decline. Notably, Sweden, Hungary, and Romania saw significant year-on-year increases above 44%. However, countries like Estonia, Czech Republic, and Serbia faced declines.
Future trends indicate a continued expansion in organic farming, primarily driven by increased consumer demand for sustainable produce and supportive EU policies. Countries like Sweden and Hungary may emerge as new leaders in growth due to their current upward trends.
Top countries in Brassicas Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 55.14 | 2023 | +10.55% | +14.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 20.17 | 2023 | +7.05% | +6.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 5.14 | 2023 | +1.15% | +1.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 4.36 | 2023 | -2.87% | -4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.08 | 2023 | +6.38% | +10.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4.03 | 2023 | +3.44% | +6.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2.46 | 2023 | +29.45% | +47.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1.64 | 2023 | +12.85% | +16.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1.36 | 2023 | +6.85% | +16.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.24 | 2023 | +12.77% | +20.63% | View data |
