Nigeria leads in global cassava production with a 19.86% share, but its output decreased slightly by 0.23% in 2023. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is second, showing a strong growth trend of 4.35%. Other notable increases include Ivory Coast (6.38%) and India (6.9%), both showing significant year-on-year growth. Conversely, Brazil and Thailand show slight declines, indicating a possible shift in production dynamics. Overall, African nations dominate the top spots in cassava production.
Future trends to watch include rising cassava production in Sierra Leone and Laos, each experiencing remarkable growth of over 6%. These countries could emerge as more significant players in the global market. Additionally, environmental changes and technological advancements will play crucial roles in shaping the production landscape, particularly in African and Southeast Asian nations.
Top countries in Cassava, fresh Gross Production Share by Country (Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Nigeria | 19.86 | 2023 | +1.53% | -0.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Democratic Republic of the Congo | 14.79 | 2023 | +2.58% | +4.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Thailand | 9.41 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ghana | 7.42 | 2023 | +3.1% | +2.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 5.46 | 2023 | +0.036% | +1.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 5.4 | 2023 | -1.45% | -0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Vietnam | 3.31 | 2023 | +0.91% | +1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Angola | 3 | 2023 | +0.25% | +2.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cambodia | 2.5 | 2023 | +2.58% | +1.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Tanzania | 2.45 | 2023 | +3.8% | -0.97% | View data |
