In 2024, Sweden (15.17%) and Estonia (14.62%) lead European countries in the proportion of arable land fully converted to organic farming. They are followed by Finland (12.18%), Denmark (9.96%), and Latvia (8.18%). Countries such as Italy (6.43%), Lithuania (5.51%), and Croatia (3.45%) exhibit moderate levels, while France and Slovakia each have 3.37%. Norway has experienced a slight decline to 3.32%. Minimal conversions are observed in the United Kingdom (0.69%), Malta (0.3%), Serbia (0.22%), Ireland (0.19%), and Macedonia (0.16%). The data reflects substantial year-on-year increases from 2023 in countries like Ireland (22.1%), Romania (21.49%), and Greece (12.83%), while Norway saw a minor decrease (-0.48%). Over the past five years, steady growth in organic farming is notable across Europe.
Future trends to watch include accelerated organic farming adoption driven by regulatory policies and consumer demand for sustainable products, along with technological advancements enhancing organic farming efficiency. Countries with lower conversion rates are likely to witness significant growth, narrowing the gap with current leaders.
Top countries in Arable Land Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 15.17 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 14.62 | 2023 | +7.9% | +10.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 12.18 | 2023 | +2.53% | +3.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 9.96 | 2023 | +7.79% | +11.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 8.18 | 2023 | +4.07% | +5.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.43 | 2023 | +2.55% | +2.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 5.51 | 2023 | +4.55% | +4.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 3.45 | 2023 | +8.15% | +9.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3.37 | 2023 | +2.12% | +3.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 3.37 | 2023 | +3.37% | +3.78% | View data |
