In 2023, France leads in organic maize farming in Europe, with 33.44 hectares fully converted and under conversion, followed by Romania and Germany. Notable growth from 2022 to 2023 was seen in Lithuania, Poland, and Germany with increases in organic farming shares by 67.78%, 29.42%, and 18.77% respectively. Conversely, Serbia and the Netherlands experienced declines. Over the last five years, these markets have generally trended towards increased organic conversion, with some fluctuation in Eastern Europe.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Poland and Germany as they expand organic practices. Monitoring technological advancements and policy changes in agriculture will be crucial for the ongoing conversion efforts across Europe.
Top countries in Maize Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 33.44 | 2023 | +8.98% | +11.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 19.17 | 2023 | +7.25% | +13.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 12.07 | 2023 | +14.46% | +18.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 10.13 | 2023 | +9.98% | +6.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.59 | 2023 | +8.96% | +4.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4.04 | 2023 | +2.25% | +5.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.86 | 2023 | +24.44% | +29.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1.91 | 2023 | -8.39% | -5.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1.51 | 2023 | +5.63% | +5.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 1.47 | 2023 | +12.43% | +18.05% | View data |
