In 2023, China led the sweet potato processing sector with a share of 65.84 thousand metric tons, despite a slight decrease of 0.57% from the previous year. Japan followed, accounting for 29.51 thousand metric tons, experiencing a 0.63% decline. Israel increased its processing by 1.18% to 3.32 thousand metric tons, while Taiwan remained stable at 3.04 thousand metric tons. India's processing grew by 2.71%, achieving 1.52 thousand metric tons. Over the past five years, the sector showed significant variance.
Future trends to monitor include the potential growth in India's sweet potato processing, driven by increased agricultural investment and changing dietary patterns. China's dominance may fluctuate with global trade dynamics and domestic policy changes. Technological advancements and regional cooperation could significantly impact production efficiencies and market shares.
Top countries in Sweet Potatoes Processing Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 5 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 65.84 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 29.51 | 2023 | -0.64% | -0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Israel | 3.32 | 2023 | 0% | +1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Taiwan | 3.04 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 India | 1.52 | 2023 | +6.67% | +2.71% | View data |
