Global Cottonseed Production by Country

In 2024, India leads global cottonseed production with 10.61 million metric tons, closely followed by China at 10.58 million metric tons. Brazil, the United States, and Pakistan lag significantly behind, with production values of 4.83, 3.62, and 2.82 million metric tons respectively. Australia shows a notable increase of 18.31% year-on-year, reaching 1.53 million metric tons, while Brazil also experienced a significant rise of 9.57%. Major losses were observed in Mexico (-9.6%) and South Africa (-19.02%). The overall picture shows variable trends across regions, with several countries facing declines, such as India (-0.78%) and China (-0.72%).

Future trends to watch for in global cottonseed production include the potential for technological advancements and improved agricultural practices that could yield increased productivity in developing regions, and the disruptive impact of climate change which may disproportionately affect traditional cottonseed-producing nations. Additionally, market dynamics, including trade policies and demand for cotton-based products, will play a significant role in shaping the future landscape of cottonseed production by country.

Top countries in Cottonseed Production by Country

# 10 Countries Thousand Metric Tons Last Year YoY 5-years CAGR
1 1 India 10,610 2023 -4.94% -0.78% View data
2 2 China 10,580 2023 -12.05% -0.72% View data
3 3 Brazil 4,830 2023 +24.24% +9.57% View data
4 4 United States 3,620 2023 -9.74% -6.68% View data
5 5 Pakistan 2,820 2023 +66.73% -3.08% View data
6 6 Australia 1,530 2023 -12.06% +18.31% View data
7 7 Uzbekistan 1,140 2023 -12.14% +0.92% View data
8 8 Argentina 555 2023 +1.83% +6.4% View data
9 9 Benin 388 2023 +6.59% -3.43% View data
10 10 Mexico 358 2023 -33.7% -9.6% View data

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