In 2023, Denmark led the conversion to organic barley farming, with 0.45% of its agricultural area involved, while Sweden and Estonia followed with significant areas. Notable year-on-year increases in 2023 were observed in Slovakia (31.95%) and the Czech Republic (24.57%). Conversely, Norway, Finland, and Romania showed declines in organic conversion, with notable decreases of 12.94%, -1.59%, and -9.71%, respectively.
Looking ahead, several future trends are noteworthy:
- Expansion of organic farming efforts in countries showing recent increases, such as France and the Czech Republic.
- Potential recovery strategies in countries experiencing declines, including Norway and Romania.
- Implementation of EU policies supporting organic agriculture, influencing conversion rates.
- Market demand for organic products is expected to rise, fueling further growth in conversion efforts.
Top countries in Barley Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 0.45 | 2023 | +15.38% | +4.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 0.19 | 2023 | 0% | -4.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 0.14 | 2023 | +16.67% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Cyprus | 0.12 | 2023 | +9.09% | +1.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 0.12 | 2023 | 0% | -1.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 0.12 | 2023 | +9.09% | +8.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 0.09 | 2023 | +28.57% | +24.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 0.09 | 2023 | +12.5% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.07 | 2023 | 0% | -2.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
