The arable land area under conversion to organic farming in France has seen significant growth. In 2023, the conversion area stood at 417.25 thousand hectares, illustrating an 8.82% year-on-year increase from 2022. Analyzing historical data, we observe varying annual percentage changes, with notable highs, such as a 113.27% increase in 2015 and slower growth periods, like the -0.62% in 2020.
From 2018 to 2023, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averaged 3.5%. Looking forward from 2024, the arable land area is projected to continue its upward trajectory, reaching 581.33 thousand hectares by 2028, indicating a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 5.22%, and an overall growth rate of 28.97%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Policy changes and government incentives supporting organic farming
- Consumer demand for organic products
- Technological advancements in organic farming practices
