Key Market Indicators
Uzbekistan is set to become a major player in the global eggplant market. Production is projected to reach 18,400 metric tons by 2026. This is an increase of 2.9% year on year on average since 1997. In 2021, Uzbekistan was ranked 45th in the world for eggplant production, with 15,500 metric tons. Thailand was the highest ranked country that year, followed by India, Egypt, and Iran.