The European rapeseed area under conversion to organic farming shows diverse trends across countries. In 2023, Denmark led with a notable 0.12% of total utilized agricultural area, experiencing a 24.57% year-on-year increase. The Czech Republic also saw a significant rise at 31.95%. France, Sweden, Slovakia, Hungary, Greece, and Poland maintained stable positions without change. Conversely, Romania and Finland decreased by 12.94%, while Croatia reduced by 7.79%. Estonia and Latvia showed incremental growth of 5.15% and 14.87%, respectively.
Future trends to watch involve increasing adoption of organic practices, driven by consumer demand for sustainable products and EU directives supporting organic agriculture. Variations in national policies and environmental conditions will continue to impact growth rates across the region.
Top countries in Rapeseed Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 0.12 | 2023 | +20% | +24.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 0.09 | 2023 | +12.5% | +5.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | -12.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 0.04 | 2023 | +100% | +31.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 0.04 | 2023 | +33.33% | -7.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | -12.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
