In 2023, India's share of global areca nut production stood prominently at 53.37%. Bangladesh followed significantly with an 18.66% contribution. Other notable producers included Indonesia (8.11%), Myanmar (7.86%), China (5.06%), and Taiwan (5.06%). Meanwhile, Sri Lanka held 3.3%, Thailand 2.26%, and Bhutan 0.93%, with Nepal, Kenya, and Maldives contributing minimally. Year-on-year variations showed considerable growth in Bangladesh (10.05%) and Bhutan (8.26%), with Nepal experiencing a notable decline of 10.03%. China's and Taiwan's shares slightly decreased by 1.7% each. Over the past five years, India's dominance persisted, leveraging a stable CAGR.
Future trends to watch include increased production efficiency in Bangladesh and innovations in cultivation techniques, which may challenge India's leading position. Additionally, climate impacts and policy changes in producer countries could reshuffle production shares globally.
Top countries in Areca Nuts Production Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 53.37 | 2023 | +2.9% | +3.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bangladesh | 18.66 | 2023 | +4.05% | +10.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Indonesia | 8.11 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Myanmar | 7.86 | 2023 | +1.8% | +1.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 5.06 | 2023 | -2.01% | -1.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Taiwan | 5.06 | 2023 | -2.01% | -1.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sri Lanka | 3.3 | 2023 | +3.11% | +2.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Thailand | 2.26 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bhutan | 0.93 | 2023 | +3.86% | +8.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Nepal | 0.44 | 2023 | -0.49% | -10.03% | View data |
