In 2023, France led the European countries in converting permanent grassland to organic farming, with a substantial share of 19.85% of the total hectares. Romania and Hungary experienced notable growth, with year-on-year increases of 32.31% and 38.22%, respectively. However, several countries like Italy, Croatia, and Bulgaria faced significant drops. The UK also saw a decline of 5.21% in its organic grassland conversion.
Future trends to watch for in the European organic grassland include:
- Continued growth in Eastern European countries like Romania and Hungary, suggesting increased investments and government support in organic practices.
- Potential recovery in countries such as Italy and Czech Republic could depend on policy changes and consumer demand.
- The high volatility in smaller nations necessitates a close watch, as shifts in policy or market dynamics could lead to abrupt changes in their conversion rates.
Top countries in Permanent Grassland Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 19.85 | 2023 | +4.68% | +2.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 19.53 | 2023 | +14.6% | +32.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 15.87 | 2023 | -8.16% | -3.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 11.54 | 2023 | +15.35% | +38.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 8.55 | 2023 | +26.17% | -1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6 | 2023 | -24.76% | -16.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 5.59 | 2023 | +12.54% | +44.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 3.18 | 2023 | -0.92% | +36.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 1.95 | 2023 | -1.54% | -5.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.59 | 2023 | -20.34% | -14.95% | View data |
