In 2023, the global cottonseed distribution was dominated by China, India, and Brazil. China saw a slight increase with a positive variation, while India experienced a decline. Brazil witnessed substantial growth, almost ten percent, reflective of an expanding cotton industry. On the other hand, countries like the United States, Mexico, and Australia showed varied trends, with Australia improving significantly. African nations such as Mali and Benin saw declines, whereas Sudan and Tanzania experienced moderate progress. Notably, small players like Paraguay and Chad had substantial growth potential, though from a lower base.
Future trends indicate that emerging markets will play increasingly crucial roles in cottonseed distribution. The shift may present opportunities for countries like Nigeria and Iran, which have shown promising forecasting trends. Continual monitoring of production changes in major countries and emerging nations will be pivotal in understanding global supply dynamics.
Top countries in Cottonseed Distribution Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 25.07 | 2023 | -12.72% | +0.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 25.02 | 2023 | -4.45% | -0.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 11.33 | 2023 | +25.71% | +9.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United States | 9.07 | 2023 | -10.03% | -6.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Pakistan | 6.46 | 2023 | +61.17% | -3.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 3.68 | 2023 | -12.77% | +10.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Uzbekistan | 2.66 | 2023 | -10.9% | +0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Argentina | 1.35 | 2023 | +2.58% | +6.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Mexico | 1.1 | 2023 | -20.03% | -9.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mali | 1 | 2023 | +38.32% | -4.43% | View data |