Key Market Indicators
Saudi Arabia's grains production is projected to decline significantly over the next five years. By 2028, the nation's output is expected to drop to approximately 886,000 metric tons, down from around 1.12 million metric tons in 2023. This marks an average annual decrease of 3.7%. Saudi Arabia has experienced a consistent decline in grains production, averaging a 1.4% decrease per year since 1966. In the latest rankings for 2023, Saudi Arabia was positioned at number 102 globally. Zimbabwe surpassed Saudi Arabia with an output of 1.12 million metric tons. The top spots in global grains production were held by the United States, India, and Brazil, which ranked second, third, and fourth, respectively.
