Key Market Indicators
Bhutan's tobacco production is projected to rise to approximately 223 metric tons by 2028, up from 215 metric tons in 2023. This marks a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.5%. Over the long term, Bhutanese tobacco supply has seen a steady increase, averaging 0.7% growth per year since 1985. In the global ranking for 2023, Bhutan held the 90th position, with Palestine slightly ahead at the same production level of 215 metric tons. Leading the global tobacco production charts are India, Brazil, and Zimbabwe, occupying the second, third, and fourth spots respectively.