The arable land area under conversion to organic farming in the Netherlands saw a notable increase from 1.23 thousand hectares in 2013 to 3.33 thousand hectares in 2023, marking a year-on-year increase of 9.49% in 2023. The average annual growth (CAGR) from 2019 to 2023 stood at 3.8%. Future forecasts indicate a continuing upward trend, reaching 4.16 thousand hectares by 2028, representing a steady CAGR of 3.36% over the next five years.
Key trends to watch for include the impact of government policies supporting organic farming, changing consumer preferences towards organic products, and innovations in sustainable agricultural practices. These factors could strongly influence the pace and extent of organic farming adoption in the coming years.
