In 2023, France held the largest share of European organic maize production at 44.42 metric tons, marking a 17.3% increase from the previous year. Romania and Greece followed with significant shares, experiencing growth of 13.59% and 22.21%, respectively. Meanwhile, Poland demonstrated notable growth at 38.8%, and Lithuania surged by 51.69%. Conversely, Hungary and Bulgaria saw declines of 2.17% and 6.58%, respectively. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varied, with countries like Croatia and the Netherlands facing stark decreases of 50.85% and 13.69%, respectively.
Future trends will likely focus on the impact of climate change, sustainability initiatives, and evolving consumer preferences for organic products. France is expected to maintain its lead, but increased competition from countries capitalizing on organic agriculture trends could shift production shares. Attention should be paid to technological advancements and policy changes within the EU that aim to boost organic farming efficiency and yield improvements.
Top countries in Organic Maize Production Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 44.42 | 2023 | +12.84% | +17.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 17.55 | 2023 | +17.22% | +13.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 15.53 | 2023 | +7.45% | +22.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 7.7 | 2023 | +24.96% | +37.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.17 | 2023 | +20.04% | +38.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.15 | 2023 | +4.83% | -2.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1.21 | 2023 | +5.69% | +6.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.18 | 2023 | +27.11% | +3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.97 | 2023 | +12.1% | +1.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.67 | 2023 | +2140% | +51.69% | View data |
