Spain leads in the conversion of nut areas to organic farming with 61.58 thousand hectares, showing a significant 14.58% growth in 2023. Portugal also registered strong growth of 22.43%, while Greece had an impressive 33.49% increase. Conversely, countries like Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Slovakia experienced declines of 17.87%, 27.98%, and 46.59%, respectively. France, Hungary, and Belgium also showed positive trends, with increases exceeding 14%. However, Italy saw a reduction in organic areas by 7.6%.
Future trends to watch for include the continued expansion in Mediterranean countries like Spain and Portugal, likely driven by favorable climate and market demand. Additionally, increased adoption in Eastern Europe may be anticipated with potential policy incentives and rising consumer interest in organic products.
Top countries in Nuts Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 61,580 | 2023 | +6.47% | +14.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 9,530 | 2023 | -3.9% | -7.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 8,010 | 2023 | +10.98% | +14.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 6,420 | 2023 | +8.07% | +22.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 3,660 | 2023 | -0.38% | -0.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3,410 | 2023 | +5.75% | +11.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 2,280 | 2023 | +18.8% | +20.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 2,100 | 2023 | +0.14% | -17.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1,460 | 2023 | +16.08% | +33.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 194 | 2023 | +7.78% | +10.83% | View data |
