In 2023, China led the global sweet potato stock variation with a commanding share, maintaining its position with no change. Significant growth was observed in Malawi, Brazil, and Nigeria, while Cambodia and Switzerland had notable increases. Conversely, South Korea, Myanmar, and the United States showed negative trends. Angola and Uganda experienced the largest declines, affecting their standing adversely. Over the past five years, the CAGR highlighted Brazil and Switzerland as the major upward movers, descending predominately in the US and Uganda.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased production in Africa, driven by climate resilience and dietary diversification. Technological advancements in agriculture may also boost yields in several Asian and European countries, impacting global shares.
Top countries in Sweet Potatoes Stock Variation Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 56.3 | 2023 | +23.09% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Malawi | 17.17 | 2023 | -9.88% | +2.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Tanzania | 8.4 | 2023 | -7.33% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 India | 4.23 | 2023 | +7.01% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Mali | 3.67 | 2023 | +5.29% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 3.67 | 2023 | +5.29% | +6.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 North Korea | 3.58 | 2023 | +6.59% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Cuba | 3.06 | 2023 | +0.61% | +1.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Nigeria | 1.22 | 2023 | +1.54% | +4.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Egypt | 1.03 | 2023 | +12% | View data |