Countries by Apple production
Apples are a vital fruit crop grown in temperate climates, contributing to nutrition and economies around the world. From sunny valleys to mountainous regions, apples thrive under diverse conditions, making them a staple in many diets. The latest data for 2023, sourced from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database, provides insights into global apple production trends.
Global Apple Production
In 2023, the global production of apples reached approximately 97 million tonnes. The trend over the years has shown consistent growth, with production increasing significantly from around 17 million tonnes in 1961 to the current levels. Major surges in production, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, have been notable, driven by technological advancements and expanded cultivation in leading producer countries.
Apple Production by Country
- China leads the world with a staggering apple production volume of around 46 million tonnes.
- The United States of America follows, producing approximately 5.2 million tonnes of apples.
- Turkey contributes significantly with over 4.6 million tonnes.
- Poland, another major player, produces close to 3.9 million tonnes of apples.
- Canada, while not among the top producers, adds to the global production with over 368,000 tonnes of apples, according to FAO stats.
| Country | Production (tonnes) | Production per Person (kg) | Harvested Area (ha) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 China |
45,984,858 | 32.991 | 2,092,512 | 21.976 |
 United States of America |
5,151,680 | 15.718 | 120,233 | 42.847 |
 Turkey |
4,602,517 | 53.911 | 167,437 | 27.488 |
 Poland |
3,892,700 | 101.284 | 150,000 | 25.951 |
 India |
2,876,000 | 2.152 | 304,000 | 9.461 |
 Italy |
2,267,750 | 37.523 | 54,080 | 41.933 |
 Iran |
2,177,336.96 | 26.632 | 106,345 | 20.474 |
 Russian Federation |
2,083,191.29 | 14.183 | 201,388 | 10.344 |
 France |
1,894,440 | 28.15 | 53,800 | 35.213 |
 Chile |
1,475,949.64 | 83.985 | 29,006 | 50.884 |
 Uzbekistan |
1,385,872.23 | 42.441 | 120,507 | 11.5 |
 South Africa |
1,198,897.39 | 20.769 | 28,134 | 42.614 |
 Brazil |
1,183,794 | 5.65 | 33,358 | 35.488 |
 Ukraine |
1,172,750 | 27.748 | 75,600 | 15.513 |
 Germany |
941,210 | 11.375 | 33,110 | 28.427 |
 Egypt |
892,140.48 | 9.15 | 34,804 | 25.633 |
 Morocco |
860,348.52 | 24.741 | 47,009 | 18.302 |
 Pakistan |
821,605.51 | 4.07 | 75,580 | 10.871 |
 Mexico |
814,533.51 | 6.53 | 54,551 | 14.932 |
 North Korea |
811,059.98 | 31.669 | 69,615 | 11.651 |
 Japan |
603,800 | 4.773 | 34,600 | 17.451 |
 New Zealand |
586,125.21 | 119.59 | 9,811 | 59.742 |
 Algeria |
575,880.85 | 13.535 | 32,149 | 17.913 |
 Romania |
534,140 | 27.358 | 54,290 | 9.839 |
 Argentina |
528,749 | 11.883 | 19,463 | 27.167 |
 Spain |
527,680 | 11.309 | 28,410 | 18.574 |
 Moldova |
517,613 | 145.77 | 43,054 | 12.022 |
 Hungary |
486,300 | 49.77 | 22,790 | 21.338 |
 United Kingdom |
407,769.78 | 6.175 | 14,400 | 28.317 |
 South Korea |
394,428 | 7.639 | 33,789 | 11.673 |
 Serbia |
379,690 | 54.23 | 27,412 | 13.851 |
 Canada |
368,476 | 9.902 | 15,363 | 23.985 |
 Belarus |
336,700 | 35.524 | 34,218 | 9.84 |
 Afghanistan |
324,000 | 10.261 | 31,000 | 10.452 |
 Azerbaijan |
301,786.5 | 30.489 | 26,360 | 11.449 |
 Portugal |
292,230 | 28.397 | 13,940 | 20.963 |
 Australia |
285,176 | 11.385 | 17,982 | 15.859 |
 Kazakhstan |
251,475 | 13.763 | 32,553 | 7.725 |
 Greece |
242,710 | 22.54 | 9,750 | 24.893 |
 Tajikistan |
238,105.96 | 26.661 | 45,716 | 5.208 |
 Lebanon |
235,335.67 | 38.621 | 13,791 | 17.064 |
 Syria |
220,646 | 12.067 | 51,069 | 4.321 |
 Belgium |
203,010 | 17.782 | 4,900 | 41.431 |
 The Netherlands |
198,000 | 11.477 | 5,500 | 36 |
 Austria |
191,910 | 21.714 | 6,250 | 30.706 |
 Bosnia and Herzegovina |
190,263 | 50.275 | 14,818 | 12.84 |
 Switzerland |
171,249.88 | 20.164 | 3,648 | 46.943 |
 Kyrgyzstan |
139,436.68 | 22.1 | 27,367 | 5.095 |
 Tunisia |
133,363.28 | 11.651 | 23,825 | 5.598 |
 Peru |
125,537.15 | 4.019 | 7,248 | 17.32 |
 Czech Republic |
101,020 | 9.518 | 6,450 | 15.662 |
 Albania |
97,273.87 | 33.89 | 4,365 | 22.285 |
 Armenia |
94,825.2 | 31.93 | 10,457 | 9.068 |
 Israel |
92,000 | 10.328 | 2,573 | 35.756 |
 Macedonia |
80,283 | 38.685 | 9,646 | 8.323 |
 Iraq |
75,660.46 | 1.923 | 24,615 | 3.074 |
 Turkmenistan |
65,392.55 | 11.175 | 5,936 | 11.016 |
 Croatia |
61,530 | 14.678 | 3,650 | 16.858 |
 Nepal |
52,783.82 | 1.806 | 6,199 | 8.515 |
 Georgia |
50,400 | 13.514 | 28,907 | 1.744 |
 Uruguay |
48,023.32 | 13.698 | 2,339 | 20.532 |
 El Salvador |
44,610.07 | 6.715 | 6,692 | 6.666 |
 Lithuania |
38,420 | 13.718 | 9,030 | 4.255 |
 Bulgaria |
34,930 | 4.955 | 3,560 | 9.812 |
 Sweden |
32,170 | 3.163 | 1,450 | 22.186 |
 Slovenia |
30,600 | 14.805 | 2,000 | 15.3 |
 Yemen |
30,069.2 | 1.04 | 2,459 | 12.228 |
 Slovakia |
26,400 | 4.85 | 1,540 | 17.143 |
 Guatemala |
25,571.27 | 1.478 | 6,061 | 4.219 |
 Denmark |
24,450 | 4.223 | 1,450 | 16.862 |
 Ireland |
21,990 | 4.527 | 710 | 30.972 |
 Norway |
20,104 | 3.784 | 1,648 | 12.199 |
 Jordan |
16,072 | 1.571 | 845 | 19.02 |
 Colombia |
13,148.2 | 0.263 | 445 | 29.547 |
 Libya |
9,000.88 | 1.391 | 210 | 42.861 |
 Finland |
7,800 | 1.414 | 660 | 11.818 |
 Latvia |
7,700 | 3.999 | 3,300 | 2.333 |
 Ecuador |
7,188.5 | 0.421 | 1,356 | 5.301 |
 Madagascar |
7,166.77 | 0.273 | 4,665 | 1.536 |
 Zimbabwe |
4,964.15 | 0.334 | 217 | 22.876 |
 Malawi |
3,161.7 | 0.176 | 777 | 4.069 |
 Cyprus |
2,900 | 3.393 | 400 | 7.25 |
 Bolivia |
2,748.99 | 0.243 | 724 | 3.797 |
 Bhutan |
2,317.09 | 3.187 | 453 | 5.115 |
 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
1,652.84 | 15.087 | 55 | 30.052 |
 Montenegro |
1,504.14 | 2.417 | 259 | 5.807 |
 Taiwan |
1,458 | 0.062 | 186 | 7.839 |
 Estonia |
990 | 0.75 | 750 | 1.32 |
 Luxembourg |
990 | 1.645 | 100 | 9.9 |
 Palestinian Territories |
971.37 | 0.213 | 120 | 8.095 |
 Kenya |
788.86 | 0.015 | 274 | 2.879 |
 Paraguay |
674.24 | 0.096 | 84 | 8.027 |
 Grenada |
472.92 | 4.577 | 108 | 4.379 |
 Honduras |
195.89 | 0.022 | 91 | 2.153 |
 Malta |
21 | 0.044 | 6 | 3.5 |
Top Apple Producing Countries by Share
- China accounts for an impressive 47% of the global apple production, highlighting its dominance in the apple market.
- The United States holds a significant share of about 5.3% of the world's apple production.
- Turkey, with a share of approximately 4.7%, is a key contributor to the global apple landscape.
- Poland's production represents around 4% of the global total.
- Despite being a smaller player, Canada's apple production represents roughly 0.38% of the worldwide total, showcasing its regional importance.
