In 2023, Russia led global sour cherries production with a value of 196.0 million USD, showing a modest yearly growth of 1.43%. Ukraine, Poland, and Serbia demonstrated declines, with Poland experiencing the steepest drop at -5.34%. Iran, Belarus, and Uzbekistan showed positive trends, with Uzbekistan exhibiting remarkable growth at 7.59%. Germany and Denmark recorded significant declines. The United States' production dipped by 2.2%. Over the past five years, the average annual growth for sour cherry production varied significantly across countries, underscoring diverse regional trends influenced by local agricultural and economic conditions.
Future trends to watch in sour cherries production involve examining technological advancements in agriculture, climate change impacts, and evolving consumer preferences for sour cherry products. Countries with current growth trends, like Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, may become more prominent players if these factors align favorably.
Top countries in Sour Cherries Gross Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 196,000 | 2023 | +1.31% | +1.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 157,950 | 2023 | +1.46% | -1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 119,850 | 2023 | -1.24% | -5.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iran | 104,250 | 2023 | +3.2% | +1.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 99,990 | 2023 | +1.82% | -0.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United States | 95,150 | 2023 | +10.52% | -2.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Uzbekistan | 64,230 | 2023 | +5.25% | +7.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 50,430 | 2023 | +0.0059% | -5.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Azerbaijan | 39,020 | 2023 | +4.41% | +4.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belarus | 35,470 | 2023 | +1.73% | +3.7% | View data |
