The European landscape for fully converted organic farming on permanent cropland has experienced significant variations across countries. Spain leads with a substantial share, followed by Italy and France. Notable growth is witnessed in Hungary, Croatia, and Latvia, while Lithuania and the Czech Republic have seen declines. Countries like Denmark and Portugal show robust double-digit growth in organic conversion, indicating a shift towards sustainable agriculture.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued expansion in Southern and Eastern Europe, particularly in Hungary and Croatia.
- Western European nations like Belgium and Denmark may prioritize organic farming due to rising environmental awareness.
- Monitoring the impact of EU policies focused on increasing organic farming to meet climate and sustainability goals.
Top countries in Permanent Cropland Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 38.82 | 2023 | -0.18% | +3.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 31.5 | 2023 | +5.01% | +5.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.64 | 2023 | +11.16% | +12.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 4.33 | 2023 | -7.97% | +10.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.56 | 2023 | +3.95% | +5.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.64 | 2023 | -4.87% | +1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.34 | 2023 | +11.89% | +3.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.12 | 2023 | +8.61% | +10.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1 | 2023 | +7.99% | +13.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.72 | 2023 | +7.54% | +15.73% | View data |
