As of 2024, France leads in arable land conversion to organic farming in Europe, contributing the largest hectare share, closely followed by Italy and Spain. The past year's data shows notable growth in Portugal (73.16%), Hungary (15.74%), and Slovakia (19.29%). Meanwhile, dramatic shifts are observed in smaller markets like Ireland, with a remarkable 60.81% increase. Conversely, countries like Sweden and Croatia see notable declines in conversion rates, with drops of -17.59% and -18.07%, respectively.
Looking forward, the momentum in smaller European countries such as Serbia and Ireland is noteworthy, indicating potential hotspots for organic farming expansion. Additionally, established leaders like France and Spain may continue steady growth, despite some neighboring countries showing signs of a plateau. The progressive increase in consumer demand for organic products could further propel growth across Europe.
Top countries in Arable Land Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 30.4 | 2023 | +8.82% | +3.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15.62 | 2023 | +3.94% | -1.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 8.17 | 2023 | -3.06% | +8.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 7.89 | 2023 | +3.77% | +0.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.56 | 2023 | -0.28% | -0.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 5.9 | 2023 | +15.36% | +6.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 5.74 | 2023 | +12.06% | -1.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 4.81 | 2023 | -27.66% | +73.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 4.24 | 2023 | +9.65% | -1.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.17 | 2023 | +6.46% | +15.74% | View data |
