The largest producers of organic barley in Europe in 2023 were France and Spain, contributing significantly with metric ton shares of 26.14% and 25.4%, respectively. Sweden and the United Kingdom were also prominent, though substantially lower in production share. Notably, France and Romania showed considerable growth of 10.8% and 24.19%, while Latvia and Lithuania experienced declines of 1.87% and 6.69%. These figures reflect actual data up to 2023 with forecasted data for 2024 indicating continuity in existing patterns.
Future trends to watch in European Organic Barley Production include:
- The continued dominance of France and Spain in production share, with potential increased output fueled by favorable agricultural policies and investments.
- A growing focus on environmental sustainability and organic farming could catalyze further expansion in smaller countries with increasing production efficiencies.
- Adoption of innovative farming technologies and practices across Europe may alter production dynamics, offering opportunities for emerging producers like Romania and Bulgaria.
Top countries in Organic Barley Production Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 26.14 | 2023 | +8.98% | +10.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25.4 | 2023 | +7.45% | +2.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 14.36 | 2023 | -19.36% | +8.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.27 | 2023 | -2.32% | -0.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 4.34 | 2023 | +2.93% | +24.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 3.91 | 2023 | +4.91% | +9.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 3.47 | 2023 | +10.54% | +6.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 1.91 | 2023 | +10.03% | +5.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1.79 | 2023 | +27.57% | +14.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.54 | 2023 | +29.12% | +11.42% | View data |
