Key Market Indicators
Lebanese eggplant production is projected to reach 31,310 metric tons by 2026, down slightly from 31,920 metric tons in 2021. This equates to an average annual decrease of 0.3%. Since 1966, production has grown at a rate of 6.8% per year. In 2021, Lebanon was the 36th leading eggplant producer in the world. Albania was ahead, with 31,920 metric tons. India, Egypt and Iran took the top three positions, respectively.