In 2023, France led in the conversion of maize areas to organic farming, followed by Romania and Greece. Over the last two years, Belgium exhibited significant annual growth at 33.44%, while Hungary followed with 22.43%. Poland and Macedonia also experienced notable increases. Meanwhile, Montenegro, despite its smaller scale, saw the highest growth at 71%. Conversely, Croatia and Denmark faced declines, particularly -22.84% and -18.51%, respectively. Italy also decreased by 13.88%. Over five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) reveals that countries with higher recent growth are poised for continued expansion.
Looking forward, the push for sustainable agriculture will likely drive increased organic maize conversion. France and Belgium are expected to continue their growth trajectory, while countries like Hungary and Poland may attract more attention due to favorable policies. Monitoring policy changes and market demand will provide clues for future trends in organic farming across Europe.
Top countries in Maize Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 46,500 | 2023 | +19.5% | +15.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 13,470 | 2023 | +1.64% | -0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 5,380 | 2023 | +18.78% | +3.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 3,630 | 2023 | +18.2% | +18.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2,880 | 2023 | -13.92% | -13.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 2,230 | 2023 | +6.96% | +22.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 737 | 2023 | +25.19% | +10.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 543 | 2023 | -24.23% | -22.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 531 | 2023 | +9.48% | +0.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 440 | 2023 | +20.55% | +33.44% | View data |
