The global eggplant production landscape in 2024 is dominated by China and India, accounting for the lion's share with 39.174 and 13.401 million metric tons respectively. Significant contributors also include Egypt, Iran, and Indonesia, albeit with much smaller production volumes. Notably, China and India have seen year-on-year growths of 2.58% and 0.92%, respectively, indicating continuing expansion. Other countries like Mexico (3.73%) and Kazakhstan (4.67%) exhibit impressive increases, while countries like Iraq (-13.62%) and Libya (-14.45%) have faced substantial declines.
Future trends to watch in global eggplant production include:
- China and India's continued dominance owing to favorable agricultural policies and technological advancements.
- Rising production in Morocco and Guyana driven by improved agricultural techniques and investments.
- Declining output in countries like Iraq and Libya, likely due to geopolitical instability and climate-related challenges.
- Potential growth in emerging markets such as Niger and Ghana, propelled by increasing local demand and regional agricultural initiatives.
Top countries in Eggplants Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 39,174,000 | 2023 | +2.31% | +2.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 13,401,000 | 2023 | +1.14% | +0.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Egypt | 1,219,300 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iran | 698,170 | 2023 | +0.97% | +1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 612,440 | 2023 | +1.69% | +2.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 300,050 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 280,930 | 2023 | -1.59% | -1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Philippines | 264,220 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 257,320 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mexico | 215,790 | 2023 | +3.34% | +3.73% | View data |
