Organic Vegetable Farming Global Market Report 2024

The organic vegetable farming market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $8.69 billion in 2023 to $9.12 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to factors such as increased consumer awareness of health and wellness, growing environmental concerns, the influence of government regulations, the availability of organic certification, and support from retailers in promoting organic vegetable farming.

The organic vegetable farming market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.11 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices and an emphasis on climate change resilience in organic vegetable farming. Significant trends expected in this forecast period encompass continued innovation and technology adoption, the expansion of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer sales channels, an increased focus on supply chain transparency, and a broader diversity in organic vegetable offerings to meet evolving consumer preferences and sustainability goals.

The increasing demand for organic food is expected to be a major driving force behind the growth of the organic vegetable farming market in the foreseeable future. Organic food is known for its health benefits, including high nutritional content, non-GMO characteristics, and the absence of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. This growing preference for organic food, including organic vegetables, is evident in the organic food sales in the United States, which exceeded $60 billion in 2022, according to data from the Organic Industry Survey released by the U.S-based Organic Trade Association. The positive impact on the health of those involved in organic farming and the increasing consumer preference for organic food are projected to fuel the demand for organic vegetable farming in the coming years.

The primary categories of organic vegetable farming include pure organic farming and integrated organic farming. Integrated organic farming is characterized by a zero-waste, cyclical process where waste materials from one operation are repurposed as nutrients for other farming activities. Various methods are employed in organic vegetable farming, encompassing composting, crop rotation, pruning, mulching, polyculture, soil management, and weed control. These practices find application in the cultivation of protected crops, salads, green vegetables, root crops, potatoes, and various other vegetable varieties.

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The expansion of restaurants and food service establishments is anticipated to drive the growth of the organic vegetable farming market. Restaurants and similar food service establishments require a wide variety of vegetables to offer diverse menus to their customers. This demand encourages farmers to cultivate a broader range of organic vegetables, promoting biodiversity and reducing the risks associated with monoculture farming. For example, the number of Mexican restaurant establishments in the U.S. increased by 2.4% from 2022 to 2021, reaching a total of 49,365, as reported by The Chef's Store, a U.S.-based supplier of restaurant equipment and supplies. This trend contributes to the growth of the organic vegetable farming market.

The higher costs associated with organic farming compared to conventional farming are expected to limit the growth of the organic vegetable farming market. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations notes that organic food prices are generally higher than those of conventional products due to increased labor inputs and other expenses associated with higher production quantities to reduce overall costs. Additionally, the use of natural fertilizers and the expenses related to obtaining organic certification contribute to the higher cost of organic vegetable farming. These factors are likely to pose challenges to the growth of the organic vegetable farming market in the forecast period.

Major companies in the organic vegetable farming sector are expanding their product portfolios by introducing innovative organic vegetable seed offerings. These certified organic products are introduced with a focus on high-growth organic markets in countries like Canada, the United States, Mexico, Spain, and Italy, with the potential for further expansion based on market demand. For example, Bayer, a Germany-based biotechnology company, launched its organic vegetable seed offerings as part of the Vegetables by Bayer brand, with an emphasis on certified organic production for key greenhouse and glasshouse crops such as tomato, sweet pepper, and cucumber.

Companies in the organic vegetable farming market are also concentrating on the development of natural fertilizers that are free from chemicals. These natural fertilizers rely on plant, mineral, and animal sources for nutrients and do not contain any chemicals. For instance, Weather Risk Management Services Pvt Ltd (WRMS), an India-based agricultural company, introduced SecuFarm Vermicompost, an organic fertilizer rich in essential plant nutrients, humus, and soil-enhancing properties. It improves soil structure, root development, water retention, and aeration. SecuFarm vermicompost is an environmentally friendly and ecologically compatible product, suitable for seedlings, orchards, and crop production.

In January 2021, L T Foods, an Indian rice manufacturer, acquired a 30% stake in Leev.nu through its subsidiary, Nature Bio Foods BV, with an option to acquire an additional 21% ownership after five years. This acquisition has expanded LT Foods' product portfolio. Leev.nu is a Netherlands-based organic specialty food company offering a range of products, including breakfast bars, nutritious snacks, and baking items, among others.

Major companies operating in the organic vegetable farming market include Baden Aniline and Soda Factory (BASF), AeroFarm System, Plenty, Agrilution Systems GmbH, N5 Sensors Inc., Terramera PlantHealth, Back to the Roots Inc., Vital Farms Inc., ISCA Technologies Inc., MycoSolutions AG, Atlántica Agrícola, Agroloop, SunOpta Inc., Eden Synthetics, Ductor, NextProtein, Midwestern BioAg, JH Biotech, Bio Huma Netics, Ag Concepts Corporation, Elephant Vert, Grower's Secret, Azotic, ILSA S.p.A, Picks Organic Farms, Organic Farmers Co., The Indian Organic Farmers Producer Company Limited (IOFPCL), Bayer Ag, Camson Bio Technologies Limited, ZUWA Organic Farm, Entocycle, UniBio A/S, Carbon Robotics, Intrinsyx Bio, Umgibe Farming Organics, New Sprout Organic Farms, Olivette Farm by Joe & Daniel, A & A Organic Farms, Earl's Organic Produce, Smart Agriculture Technologies, Greentech Kenya Ltd., Earthbound Farm, Organic Valley, Driscoll's, Cascadian Farm, WhiteWave Foods, Nature's Path, Amy's Kitchen, Clif Bar & Company, Lundberg Family Farms

The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the organic vegetable farming market in 2023. Western Europe was the second largest region in the organic vegetable farming market. The regions covered in the organic vegetable farming market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the organic vegetable farming market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada

The organic vegetable farming market consists of revenues earned by entities that are engaged in growing organic vegetable farming products including organic chillies and peppers, organic potatoes, organic lettuce and chicory, organic tomatoes, organic cauliflowers and broccoli, organic onions, and other organic vegetables. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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