In 2023, France led Europe with over 688 thousand hectares under organic conversion, followed by Spain at 515 thousand. Portugal saw the most substantial growth (81.22%), while Italy experienced a slight decline. Among smaller markets, Ireland and Hungary had significant increases in conversion areas. Conversely, Sweden and Estonia faced notable decreases. Overall, European countries exhibited diverse growth patterns towards organic conversions, with variation driven by differing national policies and market demands.
Future trends to watch include the impact of EU Green Deal policies, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainability, and potential organic certification incentives. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding organic agriculture's trajectory in Europe.
Top countries in Utilised Agricultural Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 688,480 | 2023 | +5.87% | +4.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 515,860 | 2023 | -18.67% | +10.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 414,190 | 2023 | +2.03% | -2.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 348,290 | 2023 | -29.07% | +81.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 249,790 | 2023 | +3.25% | +10.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 164,100 | 2023 | +13.86% | -1.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 100,120 | 2023 | +6.97% | +21.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 99,190 | 2023 | -4.15% | -3.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 85,940 | 2023 | +12.4% | +4.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 52,310 | 2023 | +7.78% | +30.38% | View data |
