Forecast: Apples Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming in France

As of 2023, the area under conversion to organic apple farming in France stood below the projected values for the upcoming years, with the forecast for 2024 at 5.93 thousand hectares. This represents a consistent growth trend, with year-on-year variations indicating gradual but steady increases: approximately 1.2% from 2024 to 2025, 1% from 2025 to 2026, 0.7% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.7% from 2027 to 2028. These year-on-year variations underline a positive trend towards more sustainable farming practices.

Future trends to watch for:

• Impact of government policies and subsidies on organic farming adoption.
• Market demand for organic apples and its influence on farming decisions.
• Technological advancements in organic farming techniques.
• Climate change impacts on apple production and subsequent area conversions.