China leads global citrus production with a significant share of 29.7%, exhibiting a year-over-year growth rate of 3.04%. Brazil follows with 11.67%, while India shows strong growth at 4.27% annually, holding a 9.28% share. Mexico, Spain, and the U.S. constitute the next largest producers, where Spain and the U.S. experienced slight declines. Notably, countries such as Morocco and Algeria are also showing considerable growth rates at 4.68% and 3.62% respectively, highlighting an upward trend in African citrus production.
Future trends to watch include continued expansion in India and Morocco's output, driven by increasing domestic demand and exports. Innovation in agricultural practices and climate change will also play key roles in shaping production dynamics. Monitoring trade policies and global market access will be essential to understand shifts in the production and consumption balance worldwide.
Top countries in Citrus Production Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 29.7 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 11.67 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.031% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 9.28 | 2023 | +2.94% | +4.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 5.57 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3.74 | 2023 | -0.09% | -1.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United States | 3.33 | 2023 | -4.83% | -0.014% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Egypt | 2.98 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Nigeria | 2.6 | 2023 | +1% | +1.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iran | 2.47 | 2023 | +0.95% | +1.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Argentina | 2.21 | 2023 | +1.3% | +0.78% | View data |