The conversion of fallow land to organic farming in Europe varies across countries, with Spain leading at 154.01 thousand hectares in 2023. France and Italy have also seen significant conversions, showcasing robust year-on-year growth rates of 25.51% and 5.63%, respectively. Smaller countries like Serbia and Cyprus have reported remarkable increases, with Serbia showing a 61.98% growth. Conversely, the UK and Norway experienced declines, highlighting regional disparities.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Spain, France, and Italy driven by strong organic agriculture policies.
- Potential policy shifts in Nordic countries to reverse current declines.
- Emerging interest in organic farming in Central and Eastern Europe, potentially boosting growth.
- The impact of environmental regulations on agricultural practices in Europe.
Top countries in Fallow Land Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 154,010 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 66,890 | 2023 | +3.91% | +25.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 54,100 | 2023 | +4% | +5.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 14,220 | 2023 | +21.16% | +8.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 13,460 | 2023 | -1.49% | -3.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 12,190 | 2023 | -0.082% | +1.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 9,150 | 2023 | +8.13% | +10.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 6,440 | 2023 | +7.94% | +12.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 6,260 | 2023 | +0.9% | +6.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 4,200 | 2023 | +1.28% | +6.94% | View data |
