The global production of lemons and limes in 2023 saw India as the largest producer, despite a slight decline of 1%. Mexico and China followed, with Mexico experiencing a modest growth of nearly 1% and China increasing by 0.56%. Argentina and Brazil showed significant gains in production, with Argentina rising by 2.86% and Brazil by 1.1%. Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and France exhibited notable production increases, with Sri Lanka at 5.8%, Vietnam at 6.05%, and France at 6.23%. On the other hand, Peru, Pakistan, and Honduras saw declines, with Honduras dropping by 8.97%.
Future trends indicate a growing importance of sustainable farming due to climate change and resource constraints. Additionally, shifts in consumer preferences towards organic and locally sourced produce may influence production practices and distribution networks globally. Developing countries with favorable climates may experience increased production capabilities to meet global demand.
Top countries in Lemons and Limes Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 15.01 | 2023 | +0.47% | -1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Mexico | 13.4 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 13.01 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Argentina | 11.48 | 2023 | +3.25% | +2.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 7.84 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.17 | 2023 | -0.097% | -1.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United States | 4.15 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 South Africa | 2.59 | 2023 | +2.18% | +1.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iran | 2.17 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sri Lanka | 2.1 | 2023 | +5.81% | +5.8% | View data |
