Analysis of Global Chestnut Production by Country in 2023 indicates significant disparities in output. China leads overwhelmingly with 2.0048 million metric tons, far outpacing other countries. Spain, Bolivia, and South Korea follow with 0.23495, 0.09408, and 0.04979 million metric tons respectively. Other notable producers include Portugal (0.03881), Greece (0.03407), and Italy (0.03364). Minor producers, such as Japan, North Korea, and France produce significantly less, under 0.014 million metric tons each. The least producers include Peru, Azerbaijan, and Zimbabwe.
Year-on-year variations in 2023 reveal different trends:
- China increased by 1.93%, indicating stable growth.
- Spain saw a significant rise of 4.92%.
- Bolivia grew by 2.23%, while South Korea marginally decreased by 2.14%.
- Positive growth is visible in Portugal (2.6%), and Italy (0.51%), whereas Greece dipped by 0.67%.
- Emerging producers like Chile had a remarkable rise of 9.27%, whereas countries like Japan and France experienced declines of 3.73% and 4.08%, respectively.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include potential changes in climate impacting production in regions like Europe and East Asia. Technological improvements and investments in agriculture might facilitate shifts in the leading producers. Additionally, increased demand for chestnuts for dietary and health benefits could drive further growth, influencing both existing and emerging markets.
Top countries in Chestnut Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 2,004,800 | 2023 | +1.84% | +1.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 234,950 | 2023 | +6.46% | +4.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bolivia | 94,080 | 2023 | +1.96% | +2.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 49,790 | 2023 | -2.11% | -2.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 38,810 | 2023 | +2.36% | +2.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 34,070 | 2023 | +2.3% | -0.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 33,640 | 2023 | -3.81% | +0.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 13,640 | 2023 | -3.79% | -3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 North Korea | 13,600 | 2023 | +1.3% | +1.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 7,070 | 2023 | -1.45% | -4.08% | View data |
