The conversion to organic farming of sunflower seed areas in Europe shows significant variation by country. France leads with 91.45 thousand hectares, followed by Romania at 82.88, while Italy at 21.98 and Bulgaria at 11.81 also show substantial areas. The year-on-year growth is notable in France (22.35%), Austria (30.64%), and Germany (26.21%) for 2023, with Czech Republic displaying a staggering increase of 61.43%. However, some countries like Sweden and Ireland saw a decrease, indicating variability in transitional momentum across Europe.
Looking forward, the expansion of organic farming in Europe is likely driven by increasing consumer demand for organic products and supportive agricultural policies. Countries with current high growth rates, such as Czech Republic and Austria, alongside significant areas like France and Romania, are expected to lead this transition. Watch for advancements in organic certification processes and changes in agro-policies that may enhance conversion rates in the coming years.
Top countries in Sunflower Seed Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 91,450 | 2023 | +16.36% | +22.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 82,880 | 2023 | +12.23% | +17.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 21,980 | 2023 | +13.01% | +19.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 11,810 | 2023 | +6.99% | +9.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 11,170 | 2023 | +3.39% | +6.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 10,330 | 2023 | +17.84% | +30.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 9,350 | 2023 | +9.57% | +26.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 9,020 | 2023 | +7.77% | +10.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 4,490 | 2023 | +12.07% | +6.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 4,110 | 2023 | +8.53% | +14.04% | View data |
