In 2023, the European landscape of root crop organic farming showed Denmark leading with the highest conversion rate, followed by the Netherlands and Latvia. Significant year-on-year growth was observed in Denmark (16.27%), Lithuania (24.57%), and Estonia (14.87%). Italy and France also demonstrated impressive increases of 14.87%. Meanwhile, several countries like Finland, Slovenia, and the United Kingdom showed no variation.
Looking ahead, trends to watch include:
- The continued expansion of organic farming initiatives driven by government policies and consumer demand.
- Technological advancements and knowledge sharing across countries facilitating the adoption of organic practices.
Top countries in Root Crops Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Utilised Agricultural Area | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 0.17 | 2023 | +13.33% | +16.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 0.14 | 2023 | 0% | +8.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 0.11 | 2023 | +10% | +11.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 0.09 | 2023 | 0% | +2.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 0.09 | 2023 | +12.5% | +24.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 0.07 | 2023 | 0% | +3.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 0.06 | 2023 | +20% | +14.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | +8.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
