In 2023, Germany led the European countries with 26.17 hectares of potatoes fully converted and under conversion to organic farming, followed by France and Austria. Notably, France experienced a substantial year-on-year growth of 20.79%, while Portugal and Greece also demonstrated notable increases. On the opposite end, countries like Hungary and Slovakia saw negative growth rates. Over the last five years, several countries have shown varying growth trends with a focus on sustainable farming practices.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased organic production as consumer demand for sustainable food sources rises. Innovations in organic agricultural practices and supportive governmental policies are likely to drive further expansion of organic potato farming across Europe. Countries exhibiting strong growth in 2023 may continue to lead in the adoption of organic farming, while others may look to emulate these successful strategies.
Top countries in Potatoes Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.17 | 2023 | +2.99% | +4.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 17.76 | 2023 | +14.6% | +20.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 8.6 | 2023 | +1.83% | +0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 7.49 | 2023 | +8.88% | +10.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.72 | 2023 | +7.23% | +10.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4.84 | 2023 | +11.4% | +9.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.4 | 2023 | +6.43% | +8.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 3.88 | 2023 | +3.91% | +5.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.39 | 2023 | -2.1% | -3.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.76 | 2023 | +0.78% | -0.23% | View data |
