The agricultural area under organic agriculture in the UK stood at 433.84 thousand hectares in 2023. The trend from 2013 to 2023 has shown a consistent decline, with a year-on-year reduction of around 2.27% and a five-year CAGR of -2.26%. Notably, after a slight increase in 2017, the downward trend resumed. Forecasted data indicates this decline will continue, with a projected five-year CAGR of -2.05%, leading to an expected reduction of 9.85% by 2028. The agricultural area committed to organic farming is expected to decrease to 381.11 thousand hectares by then.
Future trends to watch for include consumer demand shifts towards organic products, potential government subsidies for organic farming, and advancements in organic farming technology that may enhance profitability and sustainability, potentially affecting the downward trend.
