The area of strawberries fully converted and under conversion to organic farming in the UK is forecasted to show a slight downward trend from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 26 hectares in 2024 to 24 hectares in 2028. This represents a 3.85% decrease over the five-year period. Historically, the data from 2023 is not available; hence, year-on-year changes for 2024 are not calculated. Between 2024 and 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately -1.97%.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of government policies on organic farming incentives and regulations.
- Consumer demand shifts towards organic produce and how this might influence future growth.
- Technological advancements in organic farming that could make conversion more attractive.
- Economic factors affecting farmers' ability to sustain organic conversion.
