In 2023, Italy led the conversion of olive areas to organic farming, claiming 1.69% of the total utilized agricultural area. Cyprus followed with 1.17%. Spain, Greece, and Portugal had conversions below 1%, while Croatia, Malta, and Slovenia reported under 0.15%. Year-on-year variations highlighted increases, particularly in Cyprus and Portugal, at 7.11% and 7.03%, respectively. Italy and Croatia grew by around 3.7%, while others saw increases of 2.38% to 2.9%. Over five years, steady compound annual growth reflects an increasing trend toward organic conversions.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of EU policies promoting organic farming
- Technological advancements making organic conversion more feasible
- Potential market shifts due to rising consumer demand for organic products
Top countries in Olives Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1.69 | 2023 | +2.42% | +3.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Cyprus | 1.17 | 2023 | +2.63% | +7.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 0.81 | 2023 | +2.53% | +2.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 0.75 | 2023 | +1.35% | +2.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 0.59 | 2023 | +3.51% | +7.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 0.12 | 2023 | +9.09% | +3.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 0.09 | 2023 | 0% | +2.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.06 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
