In 2023, France led in the conversion of arable land to organic farming with 1.3878 million hectares, followed by Italy at 0.98792 million hectares. Finland experienced significant growth at +11.27%, with notable expansions also in Romania (+13.3%), Greece (+12.84%), and France (+11.26%). Conversely, Bulgaria saw a decline of -5.22%. Despite slow growth in some areas, Ireland showed remarkable progress with a +26.12% increase. The CAGR over the last five years indicates stable growth in organic conversion across Europe.
Looking ahead, continued expansion in organic farming is expected, spurred by increasing consumer demand for organic products and EU policy support. Watch for technological advancements and sustainable farming practices shaping future trends in the organic agriculture landscape. Countries with smaller organic sectors, like Ireland and Greece, may see accelerated growth rates due to favorable policy environments and evolving consumer preferences.
Top countries in Arable Land Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,387,800 | 2023 | +5.59% | +11.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 987,920 | 2023 | +4.88% | +6.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 474,000 | 2023 | +3.39% | +2.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 463,200 | 2023 | +6.23% | +2.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 399,010 | 2023 | +10.67% | +11.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 296,410 | 2023 | +0.43% | +2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 248,590 | 2023 | +5.13% | +13.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 233,630 | 2023 | +3.21% | +9.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 153,640 | 2023 | +4.41% | +4.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 151,690 | 2023 | +17.93% | +3% | View data |
