Key Market Indicators
Uzbekistan's tobacco production is projected to decline significantly over the next few years. By 2028, the country's output is expected to drop to approximately 1,900 metric tons, down from 4,100 metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual decrease of 12.3%. Since 1997, Uzbekistan's tobacco supply has been on a downward trend, falling by an average of 5.9% annually. In the global ranking for 2023, Uzbekistan was placed 54th, with Nigeria surpassing it by producing 4,100 metric tons of tobacco. Leading the global tobacco production rankings are India, Brazil, and Zimbabwe, holding the second, third, and fourth spots respectively.