In 2023, Macedonia (31.95%), Hungary (24.57%), and Belgium (24.57%) saw the highest year-on-year increases in the area under conversion to organic farming, while Portugal experienced a significant decline (-100.0%). Steady trends were noted in Italy, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Denmark, and France (0.0%). However, declines in Cyprus (-7.79%) and Finland (-12.94%) suggest potential barriers to organic conversion. The Netherlands (18.92%) and Greece (14.87%) also showed positive growth, indicating increasing interest in organic farming.
Future trends may include increased adoption of organic farming practices due to environmental concerns and consumer demand for organic products. However, economic and policy challenges might create disparities in growth rates across different countries.
Top countries in Fresh Vegetables Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 0.12 | 2023 | +9.09% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 0.06 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Macedonia | 0.04 | 2023 | +33.33% | +31.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | +24.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 0.03 | 2023 | +50% | +24.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 0.03 | 2023 | +50% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 0.03 | 2023 | +50% | +8.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | -7.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.02 | 2023 | +100% | +18.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
