In 2023, Greece led the EU with 326.26 thousand organic goats, followed by Italy with 113.98 thousand. France and Spain reported 82.15 and 73.4 thousand respectively, while Germany had 46.14 thousand. Over the past two years, Greece exhibited strong growth, with a significant increase in its goat numbers. Italy showed moderate growth, while both France and Germany exhibited stagnation. Spain experienced a slight decline. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years points to a stable growth trend, primarily driven by Greece and Italy.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential expansion in Greece, continuing its dominant position.
- Italy could see further growth driven by increasing demand for organic products.
- France and Spain's growth might remain modest unless driven by strategic investments and policy support.
- Germany may need enhanced agricultural policies to boost organic goat farming.
Top countries in Main EU Countries by Number of Organic Goats
| # | 5 Countries | Units | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 326,260 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 113,980 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 France | 82,150 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 73,400 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 46,140 | 2016 |
