In 2023, India led global sorghum seed production with 16.52 thousand metric tons, slightly declining by 0.39%. Niger and Nigeria, following closely, grew by 0.33% each. The United States faced a significant decrease of 4.07%. Increased production in Bolivia (3.4%) and Zimbabwe (3.71%) indicates growth potential. Conversely, Uruguay and Ukraine experienced notable declines, each dropping 100%.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in Africa's production capacity, given recent growth in countries like Niger and Nigeria. Monitoring technological advancements and climate change effects will be crucial in assessing shifts in global sorghum seed production dynamics.
Top countries in Sorghum Seed Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 16.52 | 2023 | -1.3% | -0.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Niger | 15.33 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Nigeria | 13.48 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ethiopia | 5.76 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Burkina Faso | 5.11 | 2023 | 0% | +0.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bolivia | 4.24 | 2023 | +2.63% | +3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Mali | 4.13 | 2023 | +2.7% | +1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 China | 3.26 | 2023 | -3.23% | -0.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cameroon | 3.15 | 2023 | 0% | +0.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mexico | 2.07 | 2023 | 0% | -1.98% | View data |
