The Netherlands leads in converting its leafy and stalked vegetable area to organic farming, holding 0.08% of total utilised agricultural area in 2023. Italy closely follows at 0.07%. Denmark and Portugal, while lower at 0.02%, showed notable growth rates in 2023 at 14.87% and 18.92% respectively, pointing to emerging interests in organic practices. The remaining countries, including Greece, Cyprus, Hungary, and several others, maintained static levels with no year-on-year growth noted in 2023.
Future trends to watch for include increased conversions in countries like Denmark and Portugal, driven by heightened consumer demand and regulatory support. Monitoring these trends may provide insights into shifts towards sustainable agriculture within Europe.
Top countries in Leafy and Stalked Vegetables Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 0.08 | 2023 | 0% | +3.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 0.07 | 2023 | 0% | +3.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 0.02 | 2023 | +100% | +18.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
