Egypt leads global date production with a 17.65% share, closely followed by Saudi Arabia and Iran at 16.12% and 13.08% respectively. Algeria and Iraq also hold significant shares. Year-on-year, the highest growth in 2023 was exhibited by Mexico and the United States, with impressive increases of 17.79% and 11.14%, respectively. Notably, Iran showed a slight decline, while overall, countries like Morocco and Israel marked significant growths over the previous year.
Looking ahead, trends suggest continued robust growth in North America, particularly in Mexico and the United States, while overall global growth may experience some moderation. Additionally, climate changes and technological advancements could reshape market dynamics, with potential shifts in production hubs and efficiency improvements across most regions.
Top countries in Dates Gross Production Share by Country (Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Egypt | 17.65 | 2023 | +1.96% | +2.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Saudi Arabia | 16.12 | 2023 | +2.54% | +4.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iran | 13.08 | 2023 | +1.29% | -0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Algeria | 12.19 | 2023 | +2.19% | +2.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iraq | 7.19 | 2023 | -0.07% | +2.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Pakistan | 5.4 | 2023 | +1.07% | +4.32% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Oman | 3.77 | 2023 | +1.47% | +0.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Tunisia | 3.72 | 2023 | +5.17% | +4.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Arab Emirates | 3.44 | 2023 | +0.03% | +0.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Libya | 1.79 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.43% | View data |
