The European maize area fully converted to organic farming in 2023 showed significant differences across countries. France led with 47.04 thousand hectares, followed by Romania and Italy with 24.42 and 15.28 thousand hectares, respectively. The most notable growth rates in 2023 were seen in Poland (39.07%), Greece (29.33%), and Portugal (21.03%). Conversely, Serbia, Netherlands, and Montenegro experienced declines in their organic maize areas. The five-year CAGR indicates steady growth, highlighting a trend towards sustainable agriculture, especially in Denmark and Finland, with remarkable year-on-year increases in 2023.
Future trends to watch include continued expansion in countries with demonstrated growth, like Poland and Greece, and potential recovery strategies in nations experiencing declines. Investments in organic agriculture policies and consumer demand for sustainable products will likely drive this upward trend across Europe.
Top countries in Maize Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 47,040 | 2023 | +6.57% | +10.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 24,420 | 2023 | +3.41% | +13.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 15,280 | 2023 | +6.32% | +4.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 12,900 | 2023 | +15.41% | +29.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6,370 | 2023 | +23.05% | +39.07% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 4,770 | 2023 | +7.36% | +0.067% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 3,340 | 2023 | +16.19% | +10.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1,440 | 2023 | +4.32% | +10.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1,120 | 2023 | +79.42% | -0.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 903 | 2023 | +5.85% | +15.83% | View data |
