The 2023 global barley non-food usage data shows Romania and South Korea leading with significant shares. Romania holds steady at 29.27 thousand metric tons, experiencing minimal growth. South Korea, at 21.83, increased by 6.69% from the previous year, driving its substantial growth. Meanwhile, Ukraine saw a major decline of -10.83%. Most countries had minimal or zero growth, while Namibia showed an exceptional increase of 24.57%. Trends over the last five years indicate varied growth, with significant fluctuations primarily in Ukraine and South Korea.
Future trends to watch include South Korea's continued increase in barley non-food usage and whether Namibia maintains its newfound growth trajectory. The impact of geopolitical factors, especially in Europe, and the advancement in non-food barley applications may also shape usage trends.
Top countries in Barley Non-food Uses Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 29.27 | 2023 | +1.76% | +0.077% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 21.83 | 2023 | +6.03% | +6.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Morocco | 11.9 | 2023 | +0.48% | -0.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.29 | 2023 | -2.65% | +4.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Senegal | 7.11 | 2023 | +5.88% | +5.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 6.99 | 2023 | -12.06% | -10.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 4.96 | 2023 | 0% | +0.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Peru | 2.03 | 2023 | -2.7% | -2.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.52 | 2023 | +3.85% | +0.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 1.41 | 2023 | 0% | +2.59% | View data |
