The Netherlands leads in conversion to organic farming with 4.5 thousand hectares, showing a moderate year-on-year increase. Spain follows closely, while Sweden and Hungary demonstrate the highest short-term growth rates. Despite some countries like Estonia and Finland experiencing modest growth, places like the United Kingdom and Bulgaria saw a decrease. Notably, Slovakia and Macedonia exhibited significant year-on-year growth, while countries like Lithuania faced declines. Many Eastern European countries, such as Romania and Bulgaria, are displaying potential gains.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in organic farming adoption in Central and Eastern Europe, driven by increased consumer demand for organic produce. Additionally, policy support from the European Union is likely to bolster this trend, promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Top countries in Root, Tuber and Bulb Vegetables Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 4,500 | 2023 | +5.13% | +5.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 3,190 | 2023 | +7.09% | +6.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,500 | 2023 | +5.48% | +3.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 2,250 | 2023 | +5.35% | +5.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 2,150 | 2023 | +2.48% | +5.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 1,180 | 2023 | +6.26% | +29.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 833 | 2023 | -1.3% | -1.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 446 | 2023 | +7.47% | +16.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 319 | 2023 | +236.27% | -6.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 274 | 2023 | +9.6% | +29.93% | View data |
