Ethiopia Organic Farming Market

Ethiopia Organic Farming Market Overview:

The Ethiopia organic farming market size reached USD 186.40 Million in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 453.01 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.37% during 2025-2033. At present, the growing awareness among Ethiopians about health benefits, environmental sustainability, and the export potential of organic products is positively influencing the market. Besides this, the introduction of mobile platforms, digital advisory services, and e-extension programs is contributing to the expansion of the Ethiopia organic farming market share.

Ethiopia Organic Farming Market Trends:

Growing demand for food

Rising demand for food is positively influencing the market in Ethiopia, as the country is facing rapid population growth and increasing urbanization. Ethiopia is also facing a chronic shortage of food due to frequent droughts, limited access to modern farming inputs, and a growing gap between supply and demand. The food security evaluation report, published in January 2025 by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), found that nearly 40% of the population in the Tigray region of Ethiopia was experiencing a severe food shortage. This has encouraged farmers, policymakers, and users to explore more sustainable agricultural practices that ensure food security while preserving soil fertility and ecological balance. Organic farming, with its emphasis on natural fertilizers, crop rotation, and minimal chemical inputs, is emerging as a viable solution to meet this demand. The growing awareness among Ethiopians about health benefits, environmental sustainability, and the export potential of organic products is further supporting this trend. In addition, international markets are demanding organic items, creating lucrative opportunities for Ethiopian farmers. The rising need to produce more food sustainably, coupled with consumer interest in chemical-free products, is encouraging both smallholder farmers and cooperatives to adopt organic practices. This shift is not only addressing food shortages but also strengthening Ethiopia’s agricultural resilience and improving rural livelihoods.

Increasing government initiatives for digitalization

Government initiatives for digitalization are fueling the Ethiopia organic farming market growth. In June 2025, Ethiopia obtained a USD 3 Million grant to execute its ambitious Digital Agriculture Roadmap (DAR). The financial support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation would aid in creating a Project Management Unit (PMU). The unit would organize multiple digital agriculture projects throughout Ethiopia, enhance cooperation among stakeholders, and aid in creating scalable, data-informed tools for farmers. With the introduction of mobile platforms, digital advisory services, and e-extension programs, smallholder farmers are gaining real-time knowledge about organic farming practices, pest control, soil health, and weather forecasts. These digital tools reduce dependency on traditional methods and empower farmers to make more informed decisions, thereby improving productivity and reducing risks. Digitalization also enhances transparency in supply chains, enabling organic farmers to access better market prices and connect with buyers directly, including international organic food importers. Furthermore, the government’s encouragement for digital agriculture helps streamline certification processes for organic items, making it easier for farmers to comply with global standards.

Ethiopia Organic Farming Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on crop type and method.

Crop Type Insights:

• Oilseeds and Pulses
• Cereals and Grains
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the crop type. This includes oilseeds and pulses, cereals and grains, fruits and vegetables, and others.

Method Insights:

• Crop Rotation
• Polyculture
• Mulching
• Cutting
• Composting
• Weed Management
• Soil Management
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the method have also been provided in the report. This includes crop rotation, polyculture, mulching, cutting, composting, weed management, soil management, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Addis Ababa
• Oromia Region
• Amhara Region
• SNNPR Region
• Tigray Region
• Others

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Addis Ababa, Oromia Region, Amhara Region, SNNPR Region, Tigray Region, and others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Ethiopia Organic Farming Market News:

• In August 2024, Ethiopia hosted a National Agriculture Investment Forum, supported by FAO's Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative. This significant occasion attracted around 600 attendees, featuring senior representatives from government, multilateral development banks, the private sector, and international organizations. The Forum highlighted essential investment strategies centered on organic fertilizers, animal feed, agricultural liming, mechanization, and livestock ranch development.

Ethiopia Organic Farming Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Ethiopia organic farming market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Ethiopia organic farming market on the basis of crop type?
• What is the breakup of the Ethiopia organic farming market on the basis of method?
• What is the breakup of the Ethiopia organic farming market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Ethiopia organic farming market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Ethiopia organic farming market?
• What is the structure of the Ethiopia organic farming market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Ethiopia organic farming market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Ethiopia organic farming market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Ethiopia organic farming market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Ethiopia organic farming industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.