The landscape of European permanent cropland under conversion to organic farming is varied, with Spain leading at 243.7 thousand hectares in 2023. Portugal experienced a significant surge, growing by 81.71%, while countries like Italy and Romania faced declines of over 6% and 24.86%, respectively. The Netherlands and Finland showed notable increases, both over 11%, highlighting interest in organic farming. Contrastingly, Eastern European nations like Bulgaria and Estonia saw declines exceeding 11%. The region reflects a dynamic shift, with certain countries prioritizing conversion amid diverse agricultural policies.
Future trends to watch include increased focus on sustainability, potential policy support for organic farming, and growth in technology facilitating easier transitions. Western European nations are expected to maintain robust growth, while Eastern Europe may need policy incentives for similar adoption. Climate change and consumer demand for organic produce could further drive this shift.
Top countries in Permanent Cropland Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 243,700 | 2023 | +3.08% | +20.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 128,410 | 2023 | +7.38% | +81.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 99,300 | 2023 | +6.59% | +17.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 89,650 | 2023 | -1.15% | -6.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 33,040 | 2023 | +11.99% | +10.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 6,790 | 2023 | +38.16% | -11.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 5,190 | 2023 | +4.11% | -2.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 3,460 | 2023 | -13.69% | -9.08% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3,420 | 2021 | -52.04% | -10.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 3,270 | 2023 | +7.64% | +3.25% | View data |
