The data from 2023 shows that France dominates Europe's fully converted organic soy farming area with a substantial share, followed by Romania and Italy. Slovakia experienced the most significant year-on-year growth, reflecting a growing interest and investment in organic farming. Notable trends include significant expansions in Poland, Netherlands, and Denmark, whereas Bulgaria and Estonia showed stagnation.
Future trends to monitor include potential growth in Slovakia's organic soy farming area as it maintains its rapid expansion. Additionally, countries with less established sectors, such as the Netherlands and Denmark, may continue to see substantial growth, driven by increasing consumer demand for organic products across Europe.
Top countries in Soya Area Fully Converted to Organic Farming Share by Country (Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 45.17 | 2023 | +8.29% | +11.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 23.23 | 2023 | +13.59% | +13.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 16.93 | 2023 | +6.49% | +15.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 3.88 | 2023 | +21.99% | +52.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 3.23 | 2023 | -10.25% | +14.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.02 | 2023 | +7.54% | +14.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 2.06 | 2023 | -0.42% | +4.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 0.74 | 2023 | +7.06% | +6.72% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.49 | 2023 | +6.35% | +35.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.35 | 2023 | +107.79% | View data |