Global Kola Nuts Gross Production by Country

In 2023, the global kola nut market was led by Nigeria, contributing significantly more to the production value than other countries. Nigeria's contribution rose slightly by 0.96% year-on-year. Ivory Coast, the second-largest producer, experienced a slight decline of -0.47%. Cameroon and Ghana saw growth rates of 0.52% and 0.62%, respectively, while Sierra Leone had a marginal increase of 0.066%. Benin registered a modest increase of 0.4%.

Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates stable investments in kola nut production across these nations, with Nigeria proving to be an influential leader in the market. The data highlights an ongoing demand for kola nuts, but with varying growth rates across producing countries reflecting different levels of market maturity.

Future trends to watch include:

  • Potential shifts in global demand that could alter production priorities.
  • Technological advancements in agricultural practices potentially influencing yield and quality.
  • Market diversification strategies among producers to enhance competitive positioning.
  • Impact of climate change on agricultural productivity in West African kola-producing regions.

Top countries in Kola Nuts Gross Production by Country

# 6 Countries Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006 Last Year YoY 5-years CAGR
1 1 Nigeria 126,120 2023 +0.39% +0.96% View data
2 2 Ivory Coast 43,120 2023 +0.79% -0.47% View data
3 3 Cameroon 36,470 2023 +1.19% +0.52% View data
4 4 Ghana 18,270 2023 +0.95% +0.62% View data
5 5 Sierra Leone 6,040 2023 -0.17% +0.066% View data
6 6 Benin 455 2023 +0.22% +0.4% View data

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