The latest data indicates that Spain leads in the European Permanent Grassland Area fully converted to organic farming, with a share of 24.23%, followed by France and Italy with 17.17% and 10.77%, respectively. Noteworthy year-over-year variations include significant growth in Romania (34.25%) and Croatia (21.31%), while countries like Poland and Cyprus experienced marked declines of -19.09% and -22.68%, respectively. The UK experienced a slight decrease at -2.73%. The compounded annual growth rate over the last five years presents an overall trend towards incremental shifts rather than drastic changes, reflecting gradual adoption patterns across these countries.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in countries like Portugal and Greece, who are already experiencing double-digit increases. European policies promoting sustainability may further spur expansion, especially in underrepresented regions. Attention should be paid to any shifts in agricultural policies or market demand that might impact conversion rates, especially in markets currently experiencing declines or slow growth.
Top countries in Permanent Grassland Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 24.23 | 2023 | +4.06% | +4.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 17.17 | 2023 | +6.6% | +9.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.77 | 2023 | +4.32% | +5.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 8.38 | 2023 | +1.87% | +1.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 7.03 | 2023 | +10.37% | +13.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.05 | 2023 | -2.17% | -2.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.09 | 2023 | +8.46% | +13.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 2.79 | 2023 | +6.95% | +5.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2.63 | 2023 | +3.16% | +3.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2.35 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.2% | View data |
