Countries by Cauliflower and Broccoli production

Cauliflower and Broccoli are essential vegetables in the global agriculture market, prized for their nutritional benefits and versatility in various cuisines. These vegetables flourish in temperate climates and are significant cash crops in regions with adequate rainfall and cooler temperatures. As of 2025, the latest available data for the year 2023 from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlights global production trends and provides insights into significant production shifts.

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Map of countries by Cauliflower and Broccoli production

Global Cauliflower and Broccoli Production

In 2023, global production of Cauliflower and Broccoli reached approximately 26.5 million tonnes. Since 1961, production has exhibited a strong upward trend, increasing by over 23 million tonnes from the initial 3.5 million tonnes. Significant milestones include substantial growth in the 1990s and 2000s, with production nearly doubling from 1990 to 2000. Over the past decade, production has continued to rise steadily, reflecting ongoing demand and cultivation expansion globally.

Cauliflower and Broccoli Production by Country

  • China leads global production with around 9.6 million tonnes, demonstrating its significant contribution to the global supply of Cauliflower and Broccoli.
  • India closely follows China with a production of about 9.5 million tonnes, showcasing its competitive edge in the agriculture sector.
  • The United States of America produced approximately 1.1 million tonnes, emphasizing its role as a major producer in North America.
  • Mexico contributes about 768,000 tonnes, marking its importance as a key exporter in the region.
  • Canada, while not among the top global producers, had an output of around 63,000 tonnes, ranking 27th according to FAO statistics.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
China 9,606,911.02 6.892 484,031 19.848
India 9,548,000 7.144 491,000 19.446
United States of America 1,056,734 3.224 62,605 16.879
Mexico 768,353.55 6.16 41,722 18.416
Spain 637,080 13.654 39,630 16.076
Turkey 367,566 4.305 14,157 25.964
Italy 355,200 5.877 14,720 24.13
Pakistan 346,929 1.719 12,653 27.419
Bangladesh 343,758 2.082 22,853 15.042
Algeria 268,699.96 6.316 9,594 28.007
France 208,660 3.101 15,320 13.62
Poland 205,900 5.357 10,100 20.386
Ecuador 197,220.56 11.556 9,850 20.022
Japan 195,680.07 1.547 18,611 10.514
Vietnam 186,804.11 1.973 9,165 20.382
Indonesia 175,072.73 0.661 13,534 12.936
Australia 161,209 6.436 15,043 10.717
Belgium 141,620 12.405 6,460 21.923
United Kingdom 134,327.77 2.034 16,219 8.282
Germany 126,020 1.523 5,930 21.251
Guatemala 118,833.9 6.868 7,035 16.892
Egypt 116,611.36 1.196 5,604 20.809
The Netherlands 75,880 4.399 4,920 15.423
Taiwan 69,392 2.943 3,153 22.008
Jordan 66,647 6.514 1,589 41.943
Morocco 64,385 1.851 2,341 27.503
Canada 62,597 1.682 5,215 12.003
Peru 59,944.53 1.919 4,234 14.158
Iran 59,776.77 0.731 1,844 32.417
Portugal 56,270 5.468 3,740 15.045
Syria 38,803 2.122 2,063 18.809
Greece 38,290 3.556 2,040 18.77
New Zealand 32,887.27 6.71 2,393 13.743
Venezuela 31,748.5 0.997 1,419 22.374
Palestinian Territories 30,537.25 6.711 871 35.06
Chile 27,302.44 1.554 1,887 14.469
Israel 27,130 3.046 3,414 7.947
Russian Federation 22,824.96 0.155 2,061 11.075
Oman 22,648 4.52 1,057 21.427
Saudi Arabia 22,102.38 0.661 1,126 19.629
Colombia 21,814.65 0.437 1,141 19.119
Romania 21,380 1.095 1,750 12.217
Lebanon 16,208.93 2.66 716 22.638
Thailand 15,193.32 0.22 1,153 13.177
Philippines 13,819.25 0.13 1,360 10.161
Switzerland 12,033 1.417 1,492 8.065
United Arab Emirates 11,416.93 1.197 350 32.62
Norway 10,620 1.999 918 11.569
Ukraine 10,490 0.248 800 13.113
South Africa 10,468 0.181 942 11.113
Tunisia 10,384.24 0.907 933 11.13
Ireland 9,000 1.853 760 11.842
Iraq 8,993 0.229 804 11.185
Sweden 8,120 0.798 800 10.15
Armenia 7,876.6 2.652 232 33.951
Libya 7,767.51 1.2 914 8.498
Albania 7,373.5 2.569 355 20.77
Denmark 7,340 1.268 740 9.919
Austria 7,280 0.824 340 21.412
Kuwait 7,062 1.671 182 38.802
Dominican Republic 6,690 0.652 711 9.409
Hungary 6,260 0.641 260 24.077
Malta 6,059 12.737 325 18.643
Czech Republic 4,410 0.416 270 16.333
Finland 3,580 0.649 440 8.136
Jamaica 2,998 1.099 269 11.145
Mauritius 2,327 1.84 133 17.496
Qatar 2,152 0.878 86 25.023
Bulgaria 2,130 0.302 160 13.312
Croatia 2,120 0.506 140 15.143
Nepal 2,093.56 0.072 111 18.861
Sri Lanka 1,888 0.088 268 7.045
Estonia 1,850 1.402 220 8.409
Bhutan 1,745.08 2.4 564 3.094
Kazakhstan 1,596.02 0.087 73 21.863
Kyrgyzstan 1,358.6 0.215 311 4.368
Cyprus 1,210 1.416 60 20.167
Lithuania 1,200 0.428 160 7.5
Slovenia 1,100 0.532 80 13.75
Honduras 1,051.66 0.117 132 7.967
Kenya 1,025.75 0.02 105 9.769
Moldova 983.4 0.277 88 11.175
Panama 973.11 0.234 52 18.714
Bahrain 950 0.635 22 43.182
Bolivia 814.24 0.072 123 6.62
Sudan 758.94 0.019 36 21.082
Macedonia 514 0.248 46 11.174
Costa Rica 369.77 0.074 52 7.111
Slovakia 350 0.064 30 11.667
Latvia 340 0.177 60 5.667
Zimbabwe 287.51 0.019 19 15.132
Madagascar 273.28 0.01 32 8.54
Grenada 130 1.258 23 5.652
Iceland 123 0.348 10 12.3
South Korea 87.37 0.002 8 10.921
Trinidad and Tobago 78 0.057 37 2.108
Luxembourg 70 0.116 0 ∞
Nauru 0.39 0.039 0 ∞

Top Cauliflower and Broccoli Producing Countries by Share

  • China alone accounts for over 36.3% of global production, highlighting its dominant position in the market.
  • India's production makes up about 36.1% of the world’s supply, reflecting its significant share alongside China.
  • Combined, China and India produce over 72% of the global total, underscoring their overwhelming influence on worldwide production levels.
  • The United States contributes nearly 4% of global production, showcasing its role as a major producer in the Western Hemisphere.
  • While Canada's share is approximately 0.24%, it maintains a niche presence in the global market, participating in the regional supply chain.

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