In 2023, Estonia led in the conversion of agricultural areas to organic farming for aromatic, medicinal, and culinary plants with 0.69% of total utilized agricultural area, signifying a significant increase of 76.75% from the previous year. Bulgaria and Croatia also saw increases of 8.45% and 7.28% respectively. Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary showed moderate growth, while Latvia, Macedonia, and Belgium experienced stagnation or decline. Notably, countries like Italy, Czech Republic, Spain, Romania, and Serbia had no significant change over the past year.
Looking ahead, the trend towards organic farming in Europe is expected to continue growing as consumer demand for organic products rises. Countries with existing momentum may see accelerated growth, while those with stagnant rates might consider adopting more aggressive policies to boost organic conversion rates. Monitoring these trends could provide insights into shifts in agricultural practices and consumer preferences.
Top countries in Aromatic, Medicinal and Culinary Plants Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Estonia | 0.69 | 2023 | +27.78% | +76.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 0.3 | 2023 | +3.45% | +8.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 0.27 | 2023 | +8% | +7.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 0.15 | 2023 | +15.38% | +2.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 0.08 | 2023 | 0% | -4.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 0.08 | 2023 | +14.29% | +9.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.05 | 2023 | +25% | +37.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.05 | 2023 | +25% | +13.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
