The global buckwheat production landscape in 2023 was dominated by Russia, which produced 886.88 thousand metric tons, reflecting a slight decline of 0.98% from the previous year. China followed with 295.3 thousand metric tons, having decreased by 7.25%. The United States showed a modest growth of 0.57%, reaching 85.96 thousand metric tons. Other notable producers were Brazil and Ukraine, with Brazil slightly increasing by 1.13% and Ukraine suffering a significant drop of 15.66%. Japan and Canada, however, recorded positive growths of 7.96% and 6.95%, respectively. Smaller producers like Tanzania and Nepal saw minor increases, whereas South Korea and Bhutan experienced decreases in production.
Future trends to watch for in global buckwheat production include:
- Fluctuations in output due to changing climatic conditions and agricultural investments.
- Potential growth in Asian countries, particularly Japan and China, driven by the rising demand for gluten-free products.
- Political and economic stability in Eastern Europe impacting production in countries like Ukraine.
- Technological advancements in agricultural practices enhancing yield efficiency.
Top countries in Buckwheat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 886,880 | 2023 | +0.047% | -0.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 295,300 | 2023 | -8.91% | -7.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 85,960 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Brazil | 68,020 | 2023 | +1.02% | +1.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 58,470 | 2023 | -15.05% | -15.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 56,470 | 2023 | -1.44% | -7.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 42,530 | 2023 | +2.08% | +7.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Tanzania | 26,170 | 2023 | +3.3% | +3.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 20,990 | 2023 | +5.66% | +6.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belarus | 16,460 | 2023 | -1.04% | -2.34% | View data |
