In 2023, Italy led with 10.54 thousand hectares of subtropical and tropical fruits fully converted to organic farming, with Spain following at 6.9. France and Portugal recorded 1.51 and 1.19 thousand hectares. Year-on-year, Italy saw growth at 11.06%, Spain at a significant 17.21%, and Portugal at 13.19%. France experienced a massive increase of 77.84%, while Cyprus also grew notably at 17.73%. Other countries like Croatia, Slovenia, and Bulgaria saw moderate increases. Meanwhile, Montenegro showed a dramatic rise at 58.74% from a low base. Macedonia remained unchanged.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in organic farming among leading countries such as Italy and Spain, driven by consumer demand for sustainable products.
- Potential expansion in smaller markets like Montenegro and Cyprus, supported by EU policies favoring organic farming.
- Increased focus on sustainable agricultural practices in response to climate change challenges, possibly aiding growth in larger French and Portuguese markets.
- The role of technological advancements and investments in improving yields and converting more land to organic production in these regions.
Top countries in Subtropical and Tropical Fruits Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 10,540 | 2023 | +6.39% | +11.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 6,900 | 2023 | +11.89% | +17.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,510 | 2023 | +8.39% | +77.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 1,190 | 2023 | +6.71% | +13.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 893 | 2023 | +5.06% | +4.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 147 | 2023 | +10.53% | +17.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 66 | 2023 | -16.46% | +11.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 37 | 2023 | +5.71% | +5.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 35 | 2023 | +25% | +1.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Montenegro | 4 | 2023 | +33.33% | +58.74% | View data |
