In 2023, China leads in global sorghum distribution, with significant growth of 23.63% year-on-year attributed to its rising domestic demand. The United States saw a decline of 2.85%, indicating shifts in export patterns or domestic consumption. African countries like Nigeria, Sudan, and Ethiopia remain key players, although Ethiopia experienced a decline of 4.67%. India showed robust growth at 3.8%. Positive growth was notable in Brazil, Argentina, and Australia. In contrast, Japan experienced a significant decrease of 15.64%, while Ukraine and Venezuela also faced marked reductions. Emerging trends revealed a mixed landscape, with several countries stabilizing or slightly declining.
Future trends to watch include China's continued expansion, driven by domestic needs, and potential increases in Brazil and Argentina as they tap into growing markets. Africa's role may stabilize as local production meets domestic demands, while geopolitical factors could influence the United States and Ukraine's share in global distribution.
Top countries in Sorghum Distribution Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 14.73 | 2023 | +30.43% | +23.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 12.23 | 2023 | +47.25% | -2.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Nigeria | 9.57 | 2023 | 0% | -0.081% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sudan | 7.45 | 2023 | 0% | +2.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Mexico | 7.33 | 2023 | -1.88% | -0.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 India | 6.29 | 2023 | +11.05% | +3.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ethiopia | 6.24 | 2023 | +9.39% | -4.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Brazil | 5.49 | 2023 | +21.55% | +10.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Argentina | 3.73 | 2023 | +46.42% | +7.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Niger | 2.93 | 2023 | -3.44% | -1.71% | View data |
