The European rapeseed area fully converted to organic farming saw varied trends across countries. In 2023, Romania led with 18.11K hectares, closely followed by Sweden and Estonia. Remarkable growth was noted in Poland (29.6% YoY), Lithuania (19.54%), Denmark (25.53%), and Greece (20.56%). Conversely, Croatia and Ireland faced significant declines at -16.84% and -17.36% respectively. Germany, France, and Italy demonstrated steady but modest increases.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The rise of organic farming in traditionally lower-performing countries as sustainability becomes a priority.
- Potential market shifts with increased demand as consumers lean towards organic products.
- Regulatory influences that could further incentivize or challenge organic farming conversion.
Top countries in Rapeseed Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 18,110 | 2023 | +16.14% | +10.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 11,890 | 2023 | +5.93% | +7.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 6,430 | 2023 | +0.72% | +9.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 5,810 | 2023 | +8.82% | +9.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 5,720 | 2023 | +22.25% | +19.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4,900 | 2023 | +17.62% | +25.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 3,440 | 2022 | 0% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3,390 | 2023 | +8.51% | +8.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 3,130 | 2023 | +3.64% | +9.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 2,570 | 2023 | +9.2% | +13.58% | View data |
