In 2023, China dominated the global sweet potatoes production with a significant 56.86% share, markedly leading over other countries. Malawi, Tanzania, and Nigeria followed, contributing more modestly. Notably, Tanzania and India exhibited robust growth, increasing their respective shares by over 3% and 2% in 2023. Conversely, some countries like Indonesia and Ethiopia experienced downturns in their production shares due to environmental or economic challenges. Brazil saw a 2.44% increase, indicating potential market expansion. Smaller contributors such as Mali boasted a notable 6.72% increase, reflecting local efforts to boost agricultural productivity.
Looking forward, stakeholders should monitor the growth trajectories of countries like India, and observe the impact of environmental factors on production. With stable or increasing growth rates in several countries, the global distribution of production shares may shift, offering opportunities for new market leaders to emerge.
Top countries in Sweet Potatoes Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 56.86 | 2023 | -0.43% | -0.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Malawi | 6.77 | 2023 | +1.88% | +1.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Tanzania | 4.81 | 2023 | +0.99% | +3.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Nigeria | 4.57 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Uganda | 2.2 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Indonesia | 2.05 | 2023 | -1.54% | -1.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Angola | 1.77 | 2023 | -1.23% | -0.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ethiopia | 1.73 | 2023 | -3.44% | -3.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 India | 1.71 | 2023 | +1.58% | +2.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Vietnam | 1.49 | 2023 | -0.074% | -0.32% | View data |
