India continues to lead global millet production with 12.2 million metric tons, showing a small increase of 3.57% year-on-year. Niger and China follow, producing 3.4 and 2.7 million metric tons respectively, with Niger experiencing a slight decline (-2.49%) and China showing a modest growth (2.89%). Nigeria and Mali round out the top five producers with stable production levels but minimal year-on-year changes. Significant growth is observed in smaller producers like Russia (13.01%) and Zimbabwe (9.18%). Notably, South Korea exited the market with a 100% reduction in millet production.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in millet production in developing countries due to climate resilience and nutritional benefits. Innovations in agronomy and increasing demand for gluten-free grains could spur growth, especially in African and Asian markets. Attention to climatic factors and geopolitical stability will also be crucial for maintaining and potentially expanding millet production globally.
Top countries in Millet Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 12,200 | 2023 | -9.67% | +3.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Niger | 3,400 | 2023 | -7.03% | -2.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 2,700 | 2023 | 0% | +2.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Nigeria | 2,000 | 2023 | -1.48% | +1.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Mali | 1,800 | 2023 | -1.8% | -0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sudan | 1,600 | 2023 | 0% | +0.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ethiopia | 1,100 | 2023 | +16.77% | +1.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Burkina Faso | 1,000 | 2023 | +10.13% | -3.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Senegal | 1,000 | 2023 | -8.84% | +2.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chad | 700 | 2023 | +0.86% | -1.55% | View data |
