In 2023, Poland held the largest share of European berry cultivation transitioning to organic at 27.89%, despite a 4.47% decrease. Serbia was second with 19.22%, exhibiting a 1.96% increase. Portugal showed a significant surge with an 11.65% rise, while Belgium and the Netherlands displayed remarkable growth with variations of 51.1% and 96.61% respectively. France also witnessed substantial growth, increasing by 21.49%.
Future trends to watch include continued robust growth in Belgium and the Netherlands, potentially driven by increasing consumer demand for organic produce. Monitoring how these changes affect the overall European organic farming landscape will be crucial. Additionally, diversifying cultivation techniques and adopting sustainability practices may influence the pace of conversion across various countries.
Top countries in Berries Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 27.89 | 2023 | +5.07% | -4.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 19.22 | 2023 | +17.7% | +1.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 7.44 | 2023 | +7.43% | +5.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 6.81 | 2023 | +15.37% | +2.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.14 | 2023 | +13.67% | +3.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 5.8 | 2023 | +3.16% | -1.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 5.42 | 2023 | +18.61% | -4.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 4.56 | 2023 | +6.78% | -0.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 4.12 | 2023 | +2.56% | +3.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.98 | 2023 | +1.6% | +11.65% | View data |
