The data from 2023 reveals that France and Poland are leading in the area under conversion to organic stone fruit farming, showing significant increases of 13.46% and 47.4% respectively. Italy and Romania, however, experienced declines, at -5.72% and -2.71% respectively. Other notable increases include Slovakia at 93.32% and Belgium at 23.52%. In contrast, countries like Croatia and Latvia saw notable decreases of -10.97% and -8.19% respectively. The United Kingdom saw a reduction of -12.94%.
Looking forward, the focus will be on how these countries adapt to emerging organic farming trends, sustainability mandates, and consumer preference shifts. Watch for expansion in Eastern Europe, driven by policy support, and fluctuations in Western Europe, influenced by market demands and environmental challenges.
Top countries in Stone Fruits Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 4,530 | 2023 | +18.07% | +13.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 4,480 | 2023 | +23.51% | +47.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,270 | 2023 | +1.62% | -5.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 2,520 | 2023 | -2.97% | -2.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2,460 | 2023 | +5.92% | +2.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1,270 | 2023 | +6.73% | +4.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 545 | 2023 | +1.49% | +0.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 380 | 2023 | +17.34% | +13.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 319 | 2020 | -15.29% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 312 | 2023 | +9.86% | +4.2% | View data |
