In 2023, China led global rice consumption with a large share, followed by India and Bangladesh. Their dominance is projected to continue through 2030. Key smaller consumers include Japan, Iran, Mexico, and Russia. Notably, emerging countries like Nigeria and Brazil are showing gradual increases in consumption, driven by population growth and dietary shifts.
The period from 2021 to 2023 saw minimal percentage change overall, suggesting stable consumption patterns. The last five years reflected consistent compound annual growth rates (CAGR), indicating moderate but steady growth trends in many countries.
Looking ahead, watch for:
- Population growth in Asia and Africa supporting consumption increases.
- Economic growth potentially enhancing consumption in developing countries.
- Diversification of food preferences possibly affecting consumption dynamics.
Top countries in Rice Consumption, Forecast 2021-2030 Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 28.62 | 2030 | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 21.54 | 2030 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bangladesh | 7.2 | 2030 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 6.92 | 2030 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Vietnam | 4.17 | 2030 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Philippines | 2.94 | 2030 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Thailand | 2.32 | 2030 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Burma | 2.08 | 2024 | |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 1.57 | 2030 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Brazil | 1.37 | 2030 | View data |
