Infographics. The World of Organic Agriculture. Statistics and Emerging Trends 2026

Authors: Jan Trávníček, Bernhard Schlatter, Helga Willer
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Abstract

The attached PowerPoint file brings together all infographics produced for the 2026 edition of The World of Organic Agriculture in English, German, and French. The graphics cover organic farmland, producers, retail sales, and international trade. Organic agriculture is practised in more than 180 countries. Nearly 99 million hectares of agricultural land are managed organically by at least 4.8 million farmers. Global sales of organic food and drink reached almost 145 billion euros in 2024. The 27th edition of The World of Organic Agriculture, published by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL and IFOAM–Organics International, offers a comprehensive review of recent developments in global organic agriculture. It presents detailed statistics on organic farming, including the area under organic management, land use and crops, the number of farms and other operator types, retail sales, and international trade data. The book features contributions from representatives of the organic sector worldwide, addressing topics such as the global market for organic food, organic imports, regulations, and policies. It provides insights into current and emerging trends in organic agriculture across regions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Organic Food and Agriculture Plant and soil sciences Global trade sustainability and social impact

Publication details

Journal / source
Organic Eprints (International Centre for Research in Organic Food Systems, and Research Institute of Organic Agriculture)
Publication date
10 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book