The European grape industry is seeing significant trends in organic farming. France leads with 207.92 thousand hectares in organic conversion, followed by Spain and Italy. Key growth rates include Switzerland at 22.18% and Slovakia at 29.02% in 2023. Notably, Germany and Austria are making steady progress with growth rates close to 8%, while Bulgaria and Poland have seen declines at -5.96% and -7.29%, respectively. Smaller markets like Cyprus and Denmark showed significant growth, indicating an expanding interest in organic conversion across diverse regions.
Looking ahead, focus on sustainability and organic practices will likely increase. Countries like Switzerland, Slovakia, and Serbia have rapid growth, suggesting a strong shift toward organic farming. Larger grape-producing countries may also expand organic areas, driven by consumer demand for sustainable products and stringent European policy regulations on pesticide use. Monitoring technological advancements in organic farming and changes in consumer preferences will be vital for understanding future trends in this sector.
Top countries in Grapes Area Fully Converted and Under Conversion to Organic Farming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hectares | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 207,920 | 2023 | +12.8% | +17.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 151,430 | 2023 | +4.62% | +5.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 139,960 | 2023 | +5.62% | +5.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 12,370 | 2023 | +6.31% | +7.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 8,710 | 2023 | +6.55% | +7.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5,890 | 2023 | +8.17% | +10% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 4,800 | 2023 | +2.47% | +1.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3,300 | 2023 | +7.36% | +3.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 2,930 | 2023 | -7.18% | -5.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 2,910 | 2023 | +14.71% | +22.18% | View data |
