In 2023, France led the European industrial crops area fully converted to organic farming with significant growth, followed by Romania and Austria. The largest increases were seen in Montenegro and Switzerland, while Poland and Macedonia experienced declines. Five-year CAGR trends indicate steady growth in most countries, highlighting a broader trend towards sustainable agriculture. Notably, Sweden faced a contraction in organic farming areas.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued expansion in countries with strong historical growth such as France and Austria.
- Potential recovery in countries like Poland where recent declines were noted.
- Influence of EU sustainability policies driving further organic conversion.
Top countries in Industrial Crops Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 29.42 | 2023 | +13.11% | +16.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 14.97 | 2023 | +6% | +6.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 9.29 | 2023 | +10.63% | +15.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.83 | 2023 | +9.44% | +11.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 4.89 | 2023 | +6.82% | +8.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.37 | 2023 | +9.59% | -1.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.76 | 2023 | +5.48% | +3.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3.68 | 2023 | +10.09% | +11.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.66 | 2023 | +8.72% | +11.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.58 | 2023 | +11.03% | +7.86% | View data |
