In 2023, India led global rice area with 27.38% share, followed by China at 18.17%, Bangladesh at 7.19%, and Indonesia at 7.14%. Other notable countries included Thailand, Vietnam, and Burma. From 2021 to 2023, the rice area distribution remained stable, with negligible fluctuations. Over the next five years, the forecast anticipates steady annual country share variations, maintaining current global leadership positions among top producers.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to climate change, technological advancements in agriculture, and policy changes in key countries, which could alter production areas and impact the global distribution of rice harvesting areas. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating significant changes by 2030.
Top countries in Harvested Rice Area, Forecast 2021-2030 Share by Country (Thousand Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 27.38 | 2030 | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 18.17 | 2030 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bangladesh | 7.19 | 2030 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 7.14 | 2030 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Thailand | 6.55 | 2030 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Vietnam | 4.49 | 2030 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Burma | 4.31 | 2024 | |
| 8 | 8 Philippines | 2.83 | 2030 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Nigeria | 2.21 | 2030 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cambodia | 2.03 | 2030 | View data |
