In 2023, France led in European temperate fruit hectares under conversion to organic, capturing 27.54% of the area's shares, followed by Italy and Poland. Significant growth was observed in France with an 8.91% increase, and Belgium, with a 32.24% rise, showcasing their expanding focus on organic farming. Conversely, Luxembourg and Estonia saw reductions exceeding 13%. The CAGR over five years shows fluctuations, with Slovakia’s noteworthy increase by nearly 91% and persistent negative trends in Latvia and Luxembourg.
Future trends indicate growth driven by increasing consumer demand for organic products and government incentives. Monitoring technological advancements in organic farming efficiency will be vital for future expansion.
Top countries in Temperate Fruits Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 27.54 | 2023 | +16.11% | +8.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19.18 | 2023 | +8.61% | +0.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13.2 | 2023 | +11.36% | +14.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 11.06 | 2023 | +9.38% | +2.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 7.14 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 6.5 | 2023 | -0.39% | -0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.77 | 2023 | -7.56% | -5.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.15 | 2023 | +23.93% | +24.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1.68 | 2023 | +2.06% | +0.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.36 | 2023 | +31.49% | +32.24% | View data |