Countries by Hazelnut production

Hazelnuts are an essential component of many culinary traditions worldwide, prized for their rich flavor and nutritional benefits. These nuts typically grow in temperate climates where there is a moderate amount of rainfall. As of 2025, the latest available data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicates that Hazelnut production data for the year 2023 provides valuable insights into global agricultural trends.

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Map of countries by Hazelnut production

Global Hazelnut Production

In 2023, the global Hazelnut production reached approximately 1.1 million tonnes. Over the years, production has seen a significant upward trend, rising from around 182,000 tonnes in 1961 to over 1 million tonnes. This marks a substantial increase, showcasing the growing demand and cultivation of Hazelnuts worldwide.

Hazelnut Production by Country

  • Turkey leads the world in Hazelnut production with a whopping output of around 650,000 tonnes in 2023.
  • Italy is the second-largest producer, contributing approximately 103,000 tonnes.
  • The United States of America also plays a vital role, producing around 85,000 tonnes.
  • Azerbaijan follows closely with a production level of about 75,000 tonnes.
  • According to FAO stats, Canada does not produce Hazelnuts.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
Turkey 650,000 7.614 746,749 0.87
Italy 102,740 1.7 87,500 1.174
United States of America 85,460 0.261 30,756 2.779
Azerbaijan 75,409.3 7.619 53,942 1.398
Chile 65,646.73 3.735 36,375 1.805
Georgia 36,900 9.894 20,449 1.804
China 24,422.53 0.018 12,538 1.948
France 17,160 0.255 7,920 2.167
Iran 13,601.77 0.166 26,212 0.519
Poland 10,700 0.278 5,600 1.911
Serbia 10,190.11 1.455 8,592 1.186
Greece 6,950 0.645 750 9.267
Spain 6,790 0.146 12,470 0.545
Kyrgyzstan 4,276.52 0.678 6,455 0.663
Uzbekistan 3,743.39 0.115 3,039 1.232
Croatia 2,450 0.584 8,700 0.282
Romania 2,160 0.111 1,540 1.403
Belarus 1,238.13 0.131 1,819 0.681
Tajikistan 996.95 0.112 810 1.231
Bulgaria 800 0.113 1,720 0.465
Ukraine 790 0.019 700 1.129
Armenia 445.4 0.15 182 2.447
Hungary 390 0.04 540 0.722
Moldova 351.67 0.099 547 0.643
Mongolia 339.4 0.105 371 0.915
Portugal 250 0.024 700 0.357
Slovenia 250 0.121 210 1.19
Lithuania 200 0.071 300 0.667
Cameroon 160.66 0.007 148 1.086
Tunisia 46.5 0.004 50 0.93
Cyprus 20 0.023 30 0.667
Bhutan 14.06 0.019 43 0.327
Denmark 4.33 0.001 5 0.866

Top Hazelnut Producing Countries by Share

  • Turkey dominates global Hazelnut production, accounting for over 57% of the total output in 2023, making it the undisputed leader.
  • Italy, with a production share of about 9.1%, is a significant contributor to the global market.
  • The United States of America's production represents around 7.6% of the global share.
  • Azerbaijan contributes approximately 6.7% to the world's Hazelnut production.
  • Canada is not listed by FAO as a Hazelnut producer.

Map of Countries by Hazelnut Production

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