In 2024, Italy leads the European rice area converted to organic farming, with 70.05 hectares, followed by France with 10.5 hectares. Spain, Greece, and Hungary trail with varying extents of organic conversion. Notably, Hungary showed a significant 10.67% increase in 2023, while Romania experienced a substantial 26.86% decline. The standout trend is Switzerland's remarkable 83.84% increase. Analyzing past years, Bulgaria and Portugal show promising growth with 24.45% and 18.11% increases, respectively. Conversely, Greece's organic rice area contracted by 2.7%.
Looking forward, Italy is expected to maintain its dominance in organic rice farming, while France's steady growth suggests increasing prominence. The booming growth rates in Switzerland, Hungary, and Portugal indicate burgeoning organic markets. Conversely, managing Romania's diminishing area requires strategic initiatives. Overall, the demand for sustainable agricultural practices is likely to drive further organic conversions, fostering innovation in farming techniques and supply chain processes across Europe.
Top countries in Rice Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 70.05 | 2023 | +9.72% | +6.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10.5 | 2023 | +5.65% | +8.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 4.76 | 2023 | +3.63% | +3.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 4.38 | 2023 | -3.49% | -2.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 2.49 | 2023 | +2.98% | +10.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1.4 | 2023 | -46.66% | -26.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.18 | 2023 | +18.55% | +24.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.82 | 2023 | +28.38% | +18.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 0.06 | 2023 | +40% | +83.84% | View data |
