In 2024, Saudi Arabia leads in global dates production, followed by Egypt and Iran. Between 2022 and 2023, Saudi Arabia's production grew by 3.06%, with countries like Jordan and Namibia also seeing notable increases. Iraq, Pakistan, and Yemen experienced declines. Over the last five years, Egypt and Iran had minor increases, while Spain and Myanmar witnessed significant decreases. Globally, production in some smaller producers like Mexico and Namibia is growing.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in agriculture that could boost yields in leading countries. Changing climate conditions may impact production variability, and expanding markets in non-traditional regions could alter trade dynamics.
Top countries in Dates Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Saudi Arabia | 1,660 | 2023 | +3.43% | +3.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Egypt | 1,590 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iran | 1,270 | 2023 | +1.11% | +1.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Algeria | 1,150 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iraq | 598 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Pakistan | 435 | 2023 | -1.14% | -1.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Oman | 387 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Arab Emirates | 354 | 2023 | 0% | +0.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Tunisia | 331 | 2023 | +2.48% | +1.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 160 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.25% | View data |
