The agricultural area under organic agriculture in South Korea experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. In 2013, the area stood at 21.2 thousand hectares, decreasing by 16.86% to 18.3 thousand hectares in 2014, continuing a downward trend into 2015. However, a turning point occurred in 2016, with a slight increase and an 11.44% year-on-year growth. From 2018 onwards, there was a consistent upward trend, reaching 44.76 thousand hectares in 2023, illustrating a CAGR of 12.62% over the last five years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- A forecasted steady growth in organic agricultural land, with a 2028 forecast 5-year CAGR of 3.22%.
- Increasing consumer demand for organic products potentially driving further expansion.
- Policies and incentives from the government encouraging organic farming practices.
