The area under conversion to organic fibre crops in France is forecasted to grow from 1.73 thousand hectares in 2024 to 2.2 thousand hectares by 2028. This marks a steady increase over the period, with the area set to expand by 27.2% cumulatively from 2024 to 2028. The year-on-year growth rate shows an average increase of approximately 6.2% annually.

Key trends to watch for include:

Growing consumer demand for sustainable and organic products which is likely to drive further organic farming adoption.
Potential policy changes towards supporting organic agriculture could further boost conversion rates.
Climate change impacts and regulations may push conventional farmers towards organic methods.
Technological advancements in organic farming could improve productivity and encourage more farmers to convert.