Countries by Okra production

Okra, also known as Abelmoschus esculentus, is a significant agricultural crop known for its nutritional benefits and culinary versatility. It thrives in warm climates and is predominantly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) statistics, the data for 2023 highlights the latest figures on global Okra production, emphasizing its agricultural importance and widespread cultivation.

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Map of countries by Okra production

Global Okra Production

In 2023, the global production of Okra reached approximately 11.5 million tonnes, marking a significant increase from around 1.1 million tonnes in 1961. Over the years, there has been a steady upward trend in production with notable increases in specific years. From 1961 to 2023, the production surged by over tenfold, reflecting the growing demand and expanded cultivation of Okra worldwide.

Okra Production by Country

  • India is the leading producer of Okra, contributing around 7.2 million tonnes in 2023.
  • Nigeria follows as the second largest producer, with an output of approximately 1.9 million tonnes.
  • Mali produced about 760 thousand tonnes, securing its position as a significant player in the Okra market.
  • Sudan contributed around 303 thousand tonnes to the global Okra production.
  • According to FAO statistics, Canada does not produce any Okra as of the latest available data.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
India 7,158,000 5.356 549,000 13.038
Nigeria 1,874,730.35 9.497 2,043,104 0.918
Mali 759,511 39.749 63,091 12.038
Sudan 303,154.57 7.431 27,215 11.139
Pakistan 301,730 1.495 25,000 12.069
Egypt 107,694.01 1.105 8,853 12.165
Côte d'Ivoire 101,154.91 4.061 35,743 2.83
Benin 101,002.5 8.889 11,792 8.565
Bangladesh 96,018 0.581 12,559 7.645
Cameroon 73,621 3.094 31,027 2.373
Sri Lanka 70,335.1 3.28 7,837 8.975
Ghana 69,525.47 2.348 3,247 21.412
Malaysia 57,112.64 1.749 3,949 14.463
Niger 46,972.48 2.188 70,758 0.664
Tanzania 43,879.87 0.81 9,798 4.478
Philippines 33,151.67 0.312 4,430 7.483
Iraq 32,067 0.815 4,330 7.406
Turkey 29,120 0.341 4,379 6.65
Saudi Arabia 25,464 0.762 2,718 9.369
Senegal 24,067.89 1.53 629 38.264
Burkina Faso 23,631.77 1.167 3,166 7.464
Yemen 23,599.18 0.816 4,344 5.433
Mexico 20,595.97 0.165 1,958 10.519
Oman 19,616 3.915 1,261 15.556
Guyana 17,591.23 22.489 105 167.536
Zimbabwe 17,200 1.158 3,440 5
Kenya 16,050.75 0.315 1,539 10.429
Syria 14,944 0.817 3,567 4.19
Dominican Republic 12,606 1.228 1,938 6.505
United States of America 10,540.48 0.032 1,342 7.854
Albania 8,123.31 2.83 722 11.251
Jamaica 6,289 2.305 653 9.631
Guatemala 6,124.54 0.354 1,001 6.118
Jordan 6,054 0.592 881 6.872
Fiji 4,724.24 5.339 472 10.009
Malawi 3,169.34 0.177 1,550 2.045
Palestinian Territories 3,144.74 0.691 347 9.063
Qatar 2,230 0.91 186 11.989
Kuwait 1,840 0.435 71 25.915
Mauritius 1,628 1.287 187 8.706
Congo-Brazzaville 1,562.4 0.289 519 3.01
United Arab Emirates 1,171.15 0.123 235 4.984
Lebanon 983.97 0.161 372 2.645
Trinidad and Tobago 934 0.688 241 3.876
Barbados 724.61 2.53 63 11.502
Bahrain 695 0.464 24 28.958
Cyprus 558 0.653 31 18
The Bahamas 507.39 1.331 19 26.705
Brunei 445.12 1.053 546 0.815
Belize 49 0.124 5 9.8
Antigua and Barbuda 45.05 0.522 11 4.095
Bhutan 32.29 0.044 10 3.229
Djibouti 30.86 0.029 4 7.715
Gabon 20.4 0.01 17 1.2
Nauru 0.3 0.03 0 ∞

Top Okra Producing Countries by Share

  • India dominates the global Okra production with a staggering 62.1% share, highlighting its pivotal role in the market.
  • Nigeria accounts for 16.3% of worldwide production, establishing its importance in the sector.
  • Mali contributes 6.6% of global production, reflecting its growing agricultural capabilities.
  • Sudan holds a 2.6% share in the global Okra market.
  • Together, India and Nigeria alone contribute to over 78% of the world's total Okra production.

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