In 2023, France dominated global tow waste hemp production, accounting for a significant portion of global output at 112.42 thousand metric tons, but recorded a slight decrease of 2.07%. Poland showed a remarkable surge of 52.05% from the previous year, marking it as a key player. Notable growth occurred in Austria and Italy, with increases of 8.63% and 13.31% respectively. Conversely, China, Russia, and Ukraine faced declines, with South Korea's production ceasing entirely. Over the past five years, growth was variable, with few consistent trends emerging.
Future trends to watch include possible continued rises in European production, driven by sustainability mandates, and technological advancements in processing that may influence global output and geographic concentration.
Top countries in Tow Waste Hemp Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 112,420 | 2023 | +6.62% | -2.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16,010 | 2023 | +2.63% | +0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 North Korea | 15,520 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 14,140 | 2023 | +7.3% | +52.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 10,610 | 2023 | -8.28% | -6.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 10,050 | 2023 | +5.08% | +8.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 8,650 | 2023 | +5.41% | +13.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 4,140 | 2023 | -0.19% | -0.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2,630 | 2023 | -3.28% | -1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Russia | 846 | 2023 | -8.14% | -6.94% | View data |
