Countries by Tangerine production
Tangerines are an essential citrus fruit cherished worldwide for their sweet and vibrant flavor. They thrive in subtropical and tropical climates, making them popular in regions with warm weather conditions. As of 2025, the latest data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database show global Tangerine production data for the year 2023. This dataset offers valuable insights into the global distribution and trends of Tangerine production.
Global Tangerine Production
In 2023, global Tangerine production reached around 52.6 million tonnes, marking a significant increase from approximately 2.8 million tonnes in 1961. The trend has shown substantial growth over the decades, with notable increases in the early 1990s and 2010s. The production in 2023 is almost 19 times higher than the initial recorded figures in 1961, showcasing a robust global growth pattern over the decades.
Tangerine Production by Country
- China leads global Tangerine production with an impressive output of around 25.2 million tonnes in 2023.
- India follows as the second-largest producer, with a production volume of approximately 6.2 million tonnes.
- Turkey ranks third, producing around 2.95 million tonnes of Tangerines.
- Pakistan contributes significantly with a production of about 1.96 million tonnes.
- According to FAO stats, Canada does not produce any Tangerines as of the latest data.
| Country | Production (tonnes) | Production per Person (kg) | Harvested Area (ha) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
China |
25,156,771 | 18.048 | 2,241,135 | 11.225 |
India |
6,178,000 | 4.623 | 460,000 | 13.43 |
Turkey |
2,952,775 | 34.587 | 69,261 | 42.633 |
Pakistan |
1,961,910 | 9.719 | 145,000 | 13.53 |
Spain |
1,862,300 | 39.913 | 97,060 | 19.187 |
Egypt |
1,186,205.34 | 12.167 | 53,382 | 22.221 |
Brazil |
1,052,222 | 5.022 | 55,374 | 19.002 |
United States of America |
880,880 | 2.688 | 30,756 | 28.641 |
Italy |
836,990 | 13.849 | 35,450 | 23.61 |
Morocco |
819,429.39 | 23.564 | 58,181 | 14.084 |
Iran |
729,800.68 | 8.926 | 18,073 | 40.381 |
South Africa |
710,000 | 12.3 | 23,949 | 29.646 |
Japan |
681,600 | 5.389 | 35,400 | 19.254 |
Peru |
648,577.1 | 20.763 | 21,885 | 29.636 |
South Korea |
645,417.61 | 12.5 | 21,975 | 29.371 |
Mexico |
510,341.69 | 4.091 | 34,309 | 14.875 |
Argentina |
370,286.48 | 8.322 | 28,232 | 13.116 |
Colombia |
326,668.32 | 6.543 | 19,630 | 16.641 |
Algeria |
317,301.14 | 7.458 | 14,218 | 22.317 |
Thailand |
282,599 | 4.085 | 20,112 | 14.051 |
Chile |
259,804.13 | 14.783 | 11,925 | 21.787 |
Bolivia |
231,101.45 | 20.438 | 26,857 | 8.605 |
Israel |
202,140 | 22.692 | 7,494 | 26.974 |
Nepal |
198,778.54 | 6.803 | 20,172 | 9.854 |
Australia |
198,415 | 7.921 | 8,282 | 23.957 |
Greece |
171,120 | 15.891 | 9,380 | 18.243 |
Taiwan |
156,771 | 6.649 | 8,086 | 19.388 |
Venezuela |
143,823.23 | 4.519 | 8,179 | 17.584 |
Malawi |
132,243.86 | 7.375 | 14,661 | 9.02 |
Syria |
127,851.1 | 6.992 | 7,878 | 16.229 |
Tunisia |
80,431.63 | 7.027 | 9,420 | 8.538 |
Uruguay |
77,868.51 | 22.21 | 4,852 | 16.049 |
Mali |
72,957.5 | 3.818 | 4,944 | 14.757 |
Georgia |
66,100 | 17.723 | 19,916 | 3.319 |
Azerbaijan |
52,070.2 | 5.261 | 2,294 | 22.698 |
Croatia |
43,560 | 10.391 | 1,900 | 22.926 |
France |
40,820 | 0.607 | 2,360 | 17.297 |
Laos |
38,949.98 | 5.595 | 4,486 | 8.683 |
Kenya |
37,752.33 | 0.741 | 2,850 | 13.246 |
Portugal |
36,660 | 3.562 | 3,580 | 10.24 |
Albania |
36,043.02 | 12.557 | 1,099 | 32.796 |
Lebanon |
27,149.56 | 4.455 | 1,030 | 26.359 |
Ecuador |
27,138.16 | 1.59 | 6,859 | 3.957 |
Jordan |
25,731 | 2.515 | 1,458 | 17.648 |
El Salvador |
24,707.03 | 3.719 | 797 | 31 |
Yemen |
22,669.39 | 0.784 | 1,476 | 15.359 |
Paraguay |
21,901.16 | 3.105 | 1,052 | 20.819 |
Haiti |
20,294.96 | 1.826 | 4,442 | 4.569 |
Cyprus |
17,570 | 20.555 | 950 | 18.495 |
South Sudan |
16,702.43 | 1.355 | 1,883 | 8.87 |
Cuba |
16,616.23 | 1.481 | 2,372 | 7.005 |
Dominican Republic |
14,212 | 1.384 | 1,876 | 7.576 |
Zimbabwe |
13,467.15 | 0.907 | 1,778 | 7.574 |
Sudan |
11,066 | 0.271 | 1,677 | 6.599 |
Libya |
10,261.42 | 1.586 | 992 | 10.344 |
Philippines |
9,732.14 | 0.091 | 8,626 | 1.128 |
Ethiopia |
9,203.06 | 0.086 | 3,038 | 3.029 |
Jamaica |
3,788.46 | 1.388 | 970 | 3.906 |
Iraq |
3,404.03 | 0.087 | 301 | 11.309 |
Montenegro |
2,758.51 | 4.432 | 175 | 15.763 |
Congo-Brazzaville |
2,712.17 | 0.502 | 655 | 4.141 |
Uzbekistan |
1,354.98 | 0.041 | 119 | 11.386 |
Palestinian Territories |
1,329.64 | 0.292 | 55 | 24.175 |
The Bahamas |
816.84 | 2.142 | 45 | 18.152 |
New Zealand |
762.18 | 0.156 | 629 | 1.212 |
Swaziland |
751.07 | 0.648 | 172 | 4.367 |
Bosnia and Herzegovina |
499 | 0.132 | 32 | 15.594 |
Mozambique |
404.99 | 0.014 | 102 | 3.97 |
Burkina Faso |
342.05 | 0.017 | 45 | 7.601 |
Dominica |
15.42 | 0.216 | 1 | 15.42 |
Djibouti |
2.52 | 0.002 | 1 | 2.52 |
Top Tangerine Producing Countries by Share
- China accounts for a staggering 47.87% of the total global Tangerine production, almost half of the worldwide supply.
- India holds 11.75% of the global production share, solidifying its position as a major contributor.
- Turkey contributes 5.62% to the global Tangerine production, maintaining its role as a key player.
- Pakistan’s share in global production stands at 3.73%, reflecting its growing influence in the market.






































































