In 2023, Austria led with the highest proportion of permanent grassland fully converted and under conversion to organic farming at 15.03% of its Total Utilised Agricultural Area. The Czech Republic and Estonia followed. Notably, Hungary and Romania saw significant year-on-year growth in conversion rates, with Hungary jumping 19.85% and Romania soaring 35.22% from the previous year. Conversely, Poland faced a decline, dropping by 15.34%. The Netherlands, Portugal, and France also showed considerable expansion with substantial year-on-year increases. The UK and Finland experienced declines, showing a potential slow or reverse trend in these regions.
Looking ahead, countries like Romania and Hungary may continue to expand rapidly, driven by domestic policy support and consumer demand for organic products. Conversely, countries with declining trends, such as Poland, might need policy adjustments or consumer engagement initiatives to rejuvenate their organic conversions. The evolving EU agricultural policies and incentives for sustainable farming will likely influence these trends, with technological advances in agriculture promising further shifts in future conversion rates.
Top countries in Permanent Grassland Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 15.03 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 13.03 | 2023 | +1.16% | +0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 10.02 | 2023 | +0.7% | +0.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 8.67 | 2023 | +1.05% | +1.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 7.78 | 2023 | +2.64% | +3.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 6.54 | 2023 | -1.06% | -0.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 6.33 | 2023 | +3.26% | +4.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 5.39 | 2023 | +11.83% | +19.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 5.33 | 2023 | +0.57% | +1.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 5.18 | 2023 | +4.02% | +5.2% | View data |
