Forecast: Plums Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming in Italy

In 2023, the area fully converted to organic farming for plums in Italy was less than 1.34 thousand hectares. Forecasted data predicts a steady increase, with values reaching 1.6 thousand hectares by 2028. This represents consistent year-on-year growth: 5.22% from 2024 to 2025, 4.26% from 2025 to 2026, 4.76% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.90% from 2027 to 2028, yielding a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 4.56% over five years.

Future trends to watch include increased consumer preference for organic products, technological advancements in organic farming, and potential regulatory changes supporting organic agriculture that could further accelerate the conversion rate.