As of 2023, Slovakia leads European countries in converting soya areas to organic farming, utilizing 0.24% of its total agricultural area, followed by France at 0.07% and Romania at 0.06%. Croatia, Italy, and Hungary remain below 0.05%. Over the last year, Slovakia and France experienced significant growth rates of 24.57% and 18.47%, respectively. Meanwhile, Croatia witnessed a decrease of 4.36%, while Italy and Hungary remained stagnant with no change.
Future trends to watch include the potential for Slovakia and France to continue their growth trajectories, driven by increasing demand for organic products. Conversely, stagnation in Italy and Hungary suggests these countries might face challenges in expanding their organic farming areas. Close attention should be paid to policy changes, consumer preferences, and economic conditions influencing organic agriculture across Europe.
Top countries in Soya Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 0.24 | 2023 | +33.33% | +24.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 0.07 | 2023 | +16.67% | +18.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 0.06 | 2023 | +20% | +8.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | -4.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
