The data indicates significant variability in the area under conversion to organic farming for spelt and wheat across European countries in 2023. France leads with the largest conversion area, showcasing a 10.02% increase. Denmark and Czech Republic have notable growth rates of 30.38% and 14.98%, respectively. Conversely, Greece experienced a -7.88% decline. The UK and Poland show positive conversion trends with increases of 10.76% and 11.88%. In contrast, Spain witnessed a steep drop of -49.57%. Over five years, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) points to fluctuating commitments to organic conversion across Europe.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued leadership from France in organic conversions, potentially influencing neighboring countries.
- Potential recovery of Spain’s organic conversion area following its drastic decline.
- The impact of EU agricultural policies on sustaining the growth observed in Denmark and the Czech Republic.
- Technological advancements and ecological concerns driving higher adoption rates in smaller countries like Ireland and Montenegro.
- Overall, the pursuit of sustainable agricultural practices indicates potential steady growth across Europe’s organic farming landscape.
Top countries in Spelt and Wheat Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 92,150 | 2023 | +15.68% | +10.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 36,090 | 2023 | +4.13% | -3.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 21,250 | 2023 | +0.53% | -3.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 11,040 | 2023 | +26.04% | +30.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7,560 | 2023 | +23.89% | +14.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6,900 | 2023 | +12.77% | +1.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5,550 | 2023 | +8.17% | +11.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,520 | 2023 | +1.6% | -7.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 4,630 | 2023 | +13.45% | +16.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2,740 | 2023 | +13.69% | +12.08% | View data |
