In 2023, Italy led the European nations with 0.14% of its total utilised agricultural area converted to organic rice farming, while Greece followed at 0.03%. Hungary and Spain each accounted for 0.02%, and both France and Romania recorded 0.01%. Year-on-year, Greece saw the highest growth at 8.45%, followed by Hungary at 14.87%. Italy experienced a 6.96% growth, with no change reported in Spain, Romania, and France. Over the past five years, the average compound annual growth rate indicates a steady increase in organic conversion rates.
Future trends to watch in European rice farming include:
- Increasing consumer demand for organic foods potentially driving higher conversion rates.
- Technological advancements in sustainable agriculture improving yield efficiency.
- Regulatory policies at the EU level favoring organic farming practices.
Top countries in Rice Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 0.14 | 2023 | +7.69% | +6.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | +8.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 0.01 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
