The global buckwheat production landscape in 2023 was led by Russia, followed by China and the United States. Russia experienced a slight decline, while the United States showed modest growth. Notably, Japan, Tanzania, and Belarus observed significant increases in buckwheat production. Ukraine and Kazakhstan faced substantial contractions. During the past five years, although some countries like Japan and Belarus made considerable progress, overall global buckwheat production experienced varied trends, with Europe showing a mixed performance.
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth in Asian countries like Japan and Nepal, driven by increased domestic consumption and potential export opportunities.
- Efforts in Russia and China to stabilize production despite recent declines.
- Potential for increased interest in sustainable farming practices and health benefits driving demand.
Top countries in Buckwheat Gross Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 275,340 | 2023 | -2.04% | -1.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 150,820 | 2023 | -2.7% | -0.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 26,260 | 2023 | -0.076% | +0.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 24,860 | 2023 | -11.81% | -10.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 21,290 | 2023 | +0.97% | +1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 16,520 | 2023 | -1.78% | -8.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 13,810 | 2023 | +2.46% | +8.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Tanzania | 8,940 | 2023 | +4.05% | +5.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belarus | 8,650 | 2023 | +1.57% | +7.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 5,010 | 2023 | +12.93% | +0.89% | View data |
