The analysis of European apricots under conversion to organic farming reveals varying trends across countries. As of 2023, Italy leads with the largest share, despite a 3.38% decline. France and Romania are experiencing growth, at 6.32% and 6.0% respectively. Spain and Bulgaria show modest increases, while the Czech Republic faces a decrease. Notably, Greece (13.0%), Poland (12.2%), and Serbia (27.54%) exhibit significant growth. Conversely, Portugal and Slovakia are stagnant or declining slightly. These variations highlight differing national strategies and market conditions for organic conversion.
Future trends to watch include potential expansions driven by increasing consumer demand for organic produce, potential policy incentives, and technological advancements in organic farming. Countries currently experiencing growth, like Serbia and Greece, may continue to expand if supportive policies and market conditions persist. Observing countries with declining trends will be essential to understand any emerging challenges in the organic farming sector.
Top countries in Apricots Area Under Conversion to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 29.85 | 2023 | +4.81% | -3.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 20.6 | 2023 | +0.19% | +6.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 18.96 | 2023 | +5.73% | +2.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 13.1 | 2023 | +20.28% | +6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 5.86 | 2023 | +0.65% | +2.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.45 | 2023 | 0% | -5.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 5.14 | 2023 | +8% | +0.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.67 | 2023 | +9.38% | +13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.22 | 2023 | +23.08% | +12.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.18 | 2023 | +14.81% | +3.58% | View data |
