In 2023, Austria led in the percentage of fully converted and under conversion fibre crops area to organic farming in Europe, at 0.1% of its total utilised agricultural area. Greece followed closely at 0.09%, while Hungary and Bulgaria each remained at 0.02%. Belgium experienced a significant decline of 100%, with no growth in Denmark, France, or Germany.
The European fibre crops sector shows varying commitment to organic conversion, with Austria exhibiting the fastest growth at 14.87% year-on-year in 2023. This suggests a strong trend towards organic cultivation, which is less pronounced in other regions.
Looking forward, increased consumer demand for sustainability may drive further expansion of organic farming in fibre crops across Europe. Key areas to watch are shifts in consumer preferences and policy incentives that could impact transitions to organic farming.
Top countries in Fibre Crops Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 0.1 | 2023 | +11.11% | +14.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 0.09 | 2023 | +12.5% | +2.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 0.01 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
