Countries by Lentil production

Lentils are a vital source of protein and dietary fiber, making them an essential part of diets worldwide. They thrive in temperate climates with well-drained soil, typically found in regions with moderate rainfall and cool seasons. Lentils contribute significantly to food security and agriculture in many parts of the world. This data, extracted from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database for 2023, provides insights into global lentil production.

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Map of countries by Lentil production

Global Lentil Production

In 2023, global lentil production reached approximately 7.1 million tonnes, reflecting a steady increase from the 854,877 tonnes produced in 1961. Noteworthy was the production surge in the late 20th century, with significant growth beyond the 1990s. The most recent figures show a nearly ninefold increase since 1961, emphasizing the growing importance of lentils in global agriculture.

Lentil Production by Country

  • Australia produced around 1.84 million tonnes of lentils, making it the top producer in 2023.
  • Canada, renowned for its high-quality lentils, generated approximately 1.67 million tonnes.
  • India followed closely with a production of about 1.56 million tonnes.
  • Turkey also contributed significantly with 474,000 tonnes of production.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
Australia 1,841,222 73.504 873,264 2.108
Canada 1,671,072 44.905 1,460,300 1.144
India 1,558,636.62 1.166 1,636,781 0.952
Turkey 474,000 5.552 322,930 1.468
United States of America 260,450 0.795 211,650 1.231
Nepal 200,787.01 6.872 173,011 1.161
Bangladesh 196,829 1.192 135,396 1.454
Kazakhstan 192,884.5 10.556 225,181 0.857
Russian Federation 166,550.48 1.134 161,174 1.033
China 165,158.18 0.118 65,047 2.539
Ethiopia 108,926.5 1.013 77,425 1.407
Iran 79,654.4 0.974 131,912 0.604
Syria 67,946 3.716 81,555 0.833
France 39,994 0.594 31,045 1.288
Spain 24,357 0.522 36,504 0.667
Algeria 16,703.33 0.393 16,612 1.005
Greece 13,837.61 1.285 12,307 1.124
Yemen 9,867.85 0.341 10,869 0.908
Mexico 8,408.25 0.067 7,514 1.119
Ukraine 6,370 0.151 5,200 1.225
Argentina 6,246 0.14 14,426 0.433
Morocco 5,968.41 0.172 28,680 0.208
Bulgaria 5,920 0.84 4,471 1.324
Pakistan 4,668 0.023 7,428 0.628
Peru 4,030.05 0.129 4,248 0.949
Italy 3,663 0.061 4,981 0.735
Ecuador 2,790.91 0.164 3,705 0.753
Tunisia 1,728.78 0.151 3,449 0.501
New Zealand 1,663.74 0.339 674 2.468
Kenya 1,657.15 0.033 2,101 0.789
Lebanon 1,341.46 0.22 1,056 1.27
Colombia 1,334.7 0.027 4,542 0.294
Malawi 1,200.66 0.067 2,074 0.579
Tajikistan 1,036.5 0.116 499 2.077
Uzbekistan 1,023.44 0.031 1,090 0.939
Palestinian Territories 883.61 0.194 599 1.475
Madagascar 867.07 0.033 1,263 0.687
Myanmar 670.02 0.012 983 0.682
Slovakia 597 0.11 509 1.173
Azerbaijan 575.7 0.058 404 1.425
Jordan 512 0.05 455 1.125
Egypt 470.16 0.005 198 2.375
Chile 183.52 0.01 811 0.226
Eritrea 139.11 0.027 527 0.264
Armenia 138.6 0.047 117 1.185
Macedonia 50 0.024 46 1.087
Croatia 46.4 0.011 22 2.109
Israel 25 0.003 115 0.217
Hungary 20 0.002 24 0.833
Cyprus 10 0.012 19 0.526
Iraq 6.25 0 6 1.042
Bhutan 4.06 0.006 7 0.58
Czech Republic 3.14 0 11 0.285

Top Lentil Producing Countries by Share

  • Australia accounted for approximately 26% of the global lentil production in 2023, highlighting its leadership.
  • Canada, a major player in the lentil market, represented nearly 24% of the world's production.
  • India's share stood at 22%, showcasing its substantial contribution.
  • Turkey contributed around 6.7%, adding to the diverse landscape of lentil producers.

Map of Countries by Lentil Production

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