The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Livestock and Fisheries has put forward a economic injection of 10,4 million euros aimed at bolstering organic farming in the Valencian Community. With this decision, the regional government is reinforcing a production model that in recent years has become one of the pillars of Valencian agriculture.
This support package combines funds for the organic production, certification and institutional support al Committee for Organic Agriculture (CAECV) of the Valencian Community (CAECV), in addition to a specific line for extensive organic livestock farming. Together, these form a strategy that seeks to maintain Valencia's leadership in this field within Spain and the European Union as a whole.
10,4 million to boost organic production and certification
The core of this economic strategy is concentrated in an endowment of 9,2 million euros for organic production channeled through the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)which will reach thousands of farmers in the Valencian Community. In addition, 1,2 million euros in specific aid to cover part of the certification costs for organic agri-food products during the 2025 financial year.
These certification aid programs aim to alleviate one of the most significant burdens for producers: the costs associated with demonstrating compliance with environmental regulationsThe intention of the Ministry is that no viable project should be left out because it cannot afford the costs of audits, inspections and procedures required for official certification.
The Ministry has also enabled a direct support line to the CAECVThe organization responsible for certifying and monitoring organic production in the Valencian Community. This collaboration aims to strengthen its technical and operational capacity to respond to the increase in registration and renewal applications currently being experienced by the sector.
In parallel, another line has been designed aimed at the organic extensive livestock farmingThis type of farming offers environmental and animal welfare benefits, but often faces higher costs and tighter profitability. The aim is to prevent these farms from falling behind in the ecological transition process.
The Valencian Community, a European benchmark in ecological land
During a visit to the CAECV headquarters in Carlet, the Minister of Agriculture, Water, Livestock and Fisheries, Miguel Barrachina, emphasized that the Valencian Community has already reached around 20% of its agricultural land used under ecological management
The ecological sector extends across 480 municipalities with certified productionThis represents approximately 88,5% of the Valencian territory with organic farms. This widespread presence reflects that organic farming is not an isolated phenomenon, but rather a model that has been gaining ground both in inland areas and in regions closer to the coast.
According to the latest data presented by the CAECV, the certified organic area is between 139.000 and 146.000 hectares in the years 2024-2025, representing approximately 20,1% of the total agricultural area of the Valencian Community. This percentage positions the Valencian Community as a and well above the world average
The provincial distribution shows that the province of Valencia concentrates more than half of the certified organic surface, followed by Alicante and Castellón, which also contribute a significant portion of the hectares registered as organic.
Key regions and growth trends in the organic sector
During the institutional visit to the CAECV, the following was presented: Report on the organic sector: global trends and outlook in the Valencian CommunityThe report analyzes the evolution of the sector at the international, national, and regional levels. It identifies several Valencian districts as key drivers of organic production.
At the top is the Utiel-Requena region, with approximately 29.576 certified hectaresfollowed by Rincón de Ademuz with 19.441 hectares and Els Ports with 12.421 hectares. These areas, mostly inland, concentrate a substantial part of the organic surface, making them strategic territories for the future of the sector.
The analysis of the percentage of agricultural land dedicated to organic farming in 2024 confirms a sustained growth trendboth in terms of hectares and operators. Far from slowing down, the implementation of this production model continues to expand, driven by the consumer demand and through supportive public policies.
The president of the CAECV, Vicente Faro, highlighted that the latest data offer a “successful and consolidated photograph” of the Valencian organic sector, placing the Valencian Community in a prominent position not only in the European Union, but also compared to the world average of certified organic land.
Generational change, the role of women and support for new farmers
One of the aspects that has been most emphasized by the Ministry is the change in profile of those who are dedicated to organic farmingAccording to the data presented by the regional minister, 30% of organic farms in the Valencian Community are led by women, a significantly higher proportion than that observed in other agricultural models.
The average age of those working in this sector is around 50 years, that is, about 15 years less than in conventional agricultureThis difference points to a greater appeal of organic production for new generations, who seek higher value-added products.
To consolidate this generational change, the Ministry has recalled the implementation of a €29 million aid package for young farmers New additions to the field are already being made. In the scoring of these subsidies, additional points are awarded to those who opt for certified organic production, thus reinforcing the transition towards more sustainable farming and livestock systems.
This approach seeks not only to ensure the continuity of the agricultural sector, but also to guide the future of the Valencian countryside towards models compatible with European climate and environmental objectives, in line with the CAP strategies and with the social demands for more environmentally friendly products.
Organic certification: a guarantee for producers and consumers
The expansion of the organic sector has brought with it a notable increase in certification applications to the CAECVMore and more farmers and ranchers want to certify that their practices strictly comply with European regulations on organic production, which translates into a greater volume of work for the certifying body.
To support this growth, the Ministry has strengthened its support with a specific line of funding. certification aid endowed with 1,2 million euros for the year 2025. These grants are intended to cover part of the expenses derived from audits, controls and procedures associated with the ecological seal.
Certification is not only for differentiate the product in the marketRather, it acts as a guarantee for consumers that the food meets strict quality and sustainability requirements. As the regional minister emphasized, the joint work with the CAECV allows those who buy these products to be sure that they fully comply with organic production standards.
This trust is key in a context where the Demand for organic products continues to grow, both in traditional distribution channels and in short marketing circuits, local markets and direct sales.
Bringing organic farming closer to the public
Beyond the figures, the CAECV insists on the need to to bring the effort behind organic farming closer to the consumerCommittee officials explained that one of the sector's biggest challenges is for society to better understand the work done by producers and to grasp the added value of these foods.
In this regard, they have been organized fairs, tastings, showcooking routes and various educational activities to showcase Valencian organic products firsthand. These initiatives aim to allow people to taste, compare, and understand why these foods meet different standards than conventionally produced goods.
Combining promotional activities, transparent information, and presence at specialized events This is helping to increase the visibility of the eco-label. The goal is that, when consumers are in front of the shelf or at the market, they can easily identify certified products and appreciate their positive environmental impact.
All this communication effort, combined with the economic and regulatory support of the regional government, creates a a favorable framework for organic agriculture to continue growing on solid foundations and maintain the leadership that the Valencian Community has been consolidating in recent years.
With the combination of Specific funding, support for certification, promotion of generational renewal, and a clear outreach strategyThe Valencian Community is consolidating itself as one of the most advanced territories in Europe in organic agriculture, both in terms of surface area and the dynamism of the sector and its ability to bring this sustainable model closer to society as a whole.
