Key Market Indicators
North Korean apple consumption is expected to reach 707,000 metric tons by 2026, down slightly from the 710,000 metric tons consumed in 2021. On average, demand has increased by 0.1% annually since 2017. In 2021, North Korea ranked 14th in the world for apple consumption, with Canada coming in first at 710,000 metric tons. The United States, India and Russia followed, taking the second, third and fourth spots, respectively.