In 2023, Poland dominated in organic conversion for stone fruits with a substantial increase of 68.03%. Italy and Bulgaria slightly declined by -0.25% and -4.82%, respectively, while France and Spain showed modest growth. Smaller countries like Norway and Cyprus saw growth over 5%, with Sweden experiencing a remarkable increase of 86.89%. Conversely, Finland and Slovakia decreased by -30.66% and -12.13%, respectively. Montenegro and Ireland also recorded significant rises, whereas the UK and Germany saw declines.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Poland and Hungary, potential market stabilization in countries with declines, and increasing interest in organic farming in Northern European countries as sustainability becomes a central focus. Monitoring environmental policies and consumer preference shifts will be crucial in predicting market dynamics.
Top countries in Stone Fruits Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 52,070 | 2023 | +26.66% | +68.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 14,460 | 2023 | +0.54% | -0.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 8,140 | 2023 | +5.14% | +3.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7,530 | 2023 | +6.6% | +7.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 5,890 | 2023 | -4.02% | -4.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5,560 | 2023 | +6.64% | +6.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3,020 | 2023 | +6.93% | +13.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 2,080 | 2023 | +4.9% | +5.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 1,630 | 2023 | +6.68% | +4.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1,500 | 2023 | -4.62% | -3.12% | View data |
