In 2023, France led European countries with 60.23 hectares of maize area under conversion to organic farming, representing a significant increase of 15.84% year-on-year. Poland and Hungary showed robust growth at 18.09% and 22.43%, respectively. Meanwhile, Italy faced a decline of 13.88%, and Croatia experienced a significant reduction of 22.84%. Belgium noted the highest increase of 33.44% in its organic maize conversion area. The compounded annual growth rate over the last five years indicates varied trends, highlighting France, Hungary, and Belgium as leaders in expansion.
Future trends worth observing include:
- Increased organic farming incentives across the EU could shift more hectares to organic practices.
- Environmental policy changes focusing on sustainable agriculture might boost conversion rates in countries with lower current shares.
- Economic conditions in each country may impact future abilities to invest in organic farming transitions.
Top countries in Maize Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 60.23 | 2023 | +19.5% | +15.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 17.45 | 2023 | +1.64% | -0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 6.96 | 2023 | +18.78% | +3.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 4.7 | 2023 | +18.2% | +18.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 3.73 | 2023 | -13.92% | -13.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 2.89 | 2023 | +6.96% | +22.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 0.95 | 2023 | +25.19% | +10.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 0.7 | 2023 | -24.23% | -22.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.69 | 2023 | +9.48% | +0.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.57 | 2023 | +20.55% | +33.44% | View data |
