The area of permanent crops for human consumption in Germany, fully converted and under conversion to organic farming, is projected to increase steadily from 2024 through 2028. The forecasted growth marks a consistent rise, with an increase from 27.63 thousand hectares in 2024 to 31.64 thousand hectares in 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five years. For context, in 2023, the area stood at 26.75 thousand hectares.
Year-on-year variation highlights:
- 2024-2025: 3.69% increase
- 2025-2026: 3.52% increase
- 2026-2027: 3.34% increase
- 2027-2028: 3.23% increase
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased consumer demand for organic products driving further conversion
- Potential policy changes impacting funding and incentives for organic farming
- Environmental conditions influencing farming practices and crop yields
