The European citrus area fully converted and under conversion to organic farming saw significant variations in 2023. Italy led with 35.93 thousand hectares, showing a marginal increase. Spain experienced a substantial growth of 15.74%, reaching 29.11 thousand hectares. Greece expanded by 8.01% to 2.52 thousand hectares, while France grew by 15.36% to 0.946 thousand hectares. Portugal and Croatia also showed growth, with 8.17% and 15.63% increases respectively. Cyprus had a slight decline of 1.35%, and Malta remained stable.
Looking ahead, Europe’s organic citrus farming is poised for growth with increasing consumer demand for organic produce. Key trends to watch include technological advancements improving yields, and government policies promoting sustainable practices. Italy and Spain are expected to maintain their dominance, while smaller markets may explore niche opportunities.
Top countries in Citrus Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 35,930 | 2023 | +0.05% | +0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 29,110 | 2023 | +11.74% | +15.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 2,520 | 2023 | +5.8% | +8.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 946 | 2023 | +10.51% | +15.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 382 | 2023 | +3.24% | +8.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 85 | 2023 | +1.19% | -1.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 31 | 2023 | +14.81% | +15.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 1 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
