The arable land area fully converted to organic farming in France has shown a consistent upward trend. As of 2023, the area stood at 1,387.8 thousand hectares. From 2013 to 2023, the year-on-year variation has seen significant fluctuations, peaking in 2018 with a 27.25% increase. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years up to 2023 was 11.26%. Forecast data from 2024 suggests a continuing but slower growth rate, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 3.61% and an expected growth of 19.42% by 2028.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential changes in government policies and subsidies aimed at promoting organic farming.
- Market demand for organic produce and its impact on the conversion rate of arable land.
- Technological advancements and innovations in organic farming practices.
- Environmental factors and their influence on the productivity of organic farming methods.