Countries by Soybean production
Soybean is a vital crop in global agriculture, providing protein-rich food for humans and animals. It thrives in temperate climates with adequate rainfall and typically grows in regions conducive to cultivation, namely across North and South America and parts of Asia. According to the latest 2023 Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats, the global Soybean production data offers crucial insights into agricultural trends and economic impacts as of 2025.
Global Soybean Production
In 2023, global Soybean production reached around 371 million tonnes. Over the years, a significant rising trend in production is evident, with a growth from about 27 million tonnes in 1961 to the current levels. The trend indicates increasing demand and improvements in agricultural practices. Notably, production surged dramatically in the early 21st century, reflecting technological and hybrid advancements in key producing regions.
Soybean Production by Country
- Brazil is the leading producer with approximately 152 million tonnes of Soybeans in 2023.
- The United States of America follows closely, producing around 113 million tonnes.
- Argentina ranks third, contributing roughly 25 million tonnes to global production.
- China produced about 16 million tonnes, bolstering its position as a significant producer.
- Canada, not among the top four, produced approximately 7 million tonnes, showcasing its growing role in global Soybean agriculture.
| Country | Production (tonnes) | Production per Person (kg) | Harvested Area (ha) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Brazil |
152,144,238 | 726.111 | 44,447,552 | 3.423 |
 United States of America |
113,343,420 | 345.807 | 33,348,650 | 3.399 |
 Argentina |
25,044,978 | 562.878 | 14,356,922 | 1.744 |
 China |
16,404,194 | 11.769 | 8,403,376 | 1.952 |
 India |
14,984,927.37 | 11.212 | 13,084,089 | 1.145 |
 Paraguay |
10,197,050 | 1,445.778 | 3,608,000 | 2.826 |
 Canada |
6,980,525 | 187.58 | 2,261,200 | 3.087 |
 Russian Federation |
6,600,000 | 44.936 | 3,500,000 | 1.886 |
 Ukraine |
4,742,550 | 112.213 | 1,834,000 | 2.586 |
 Bolivia |
3,670,464.34 | 324.61 | 1,824,029 | 2.012 |
 South Africa |
2,770,000 | 47.986 | 1,148,300 | 2.412 |
 Nigeria |
1,350,000 | 6.839 | 1,200,000 | 1.125 |
 Italy |
1,095,940 | 18.134 | 310,720 | 3.527 |
 Zambia |
760,067.09 | 45.007 | 603,903 | 1.259 |
 Uruguay |
647,800 | 184.77 | 1,009,900 | 0.641 |
 Serbia |
599,878 | 85.679 | 211,020 | 2.843 |
 Benin |
520,928.9 | 45.847 | 518,961 | 1.004 |
 France |
387,820 | 5.763 | 157,750 | 2.458 |
 Malawi |
350,000 | 19.519 | 255,000 | 1.373 |
 Indonesia |
326,493 | 1.232 | 219,193 | 1.49 |
 Romania |
320,800 | 16.431 | 141,660 | 2.265 |
 Austria |
274,960 | 31.111 | 88,450 | 3.109 |
 Togo |
273,276.21 | 37.17 | 273,257 | 1 |
 Japan |
260,800 | 2.062 | 154,700 | 1.686 |
 Ghana |
260,000 | 8.78 | 140,000 | 1.857 |
 Ethiopia |
220,000 | 2.046 | 90,000 | 2.444 |
 Croatia |
213,020 | 50.815 | 76,690 | 2.778 |
 Kazakhstan |
203,922.15 | 11.16 | 99,512 | 2.049 |
 Mexico |
199,162.6 | 1.597 | 91,116 | 2.186 |
 Colombia |
196,414 | 3.934 | 85,540 | 2.296 |
 Iran |
190,000 | 2.324 | 79,000 | 2.405 |
 North Korea |
180,000 | 7.028 | 156,000 | 1.154 |
 Hungary |
173,310 | 17.737 | 58,140 | 2.981 |
 Uganda |
150,000 | 3.864 | 210,000 | 0.714 |
 South Korea |
141,477 | 2.74 | 67,671 | 2.091 |
 Myanmar |
137,699.33 | 2.556 | 132,960 | 1.036 |
 Turkey |
137,500 | 1.611 | 32,684 | 4.207 |
 Slovakia |
132,810 | 24.4 | 50,150 | 2.648 |
 Mozambique |
130,000 | 4.504 | 80,000 | 1.625 |
 Burkina Faso |
129,224.68 | 6.383 | 122,794 | 1.052 |
 Germany |
129,000 | 1.559 | 44,800 | 2.879 |
 Cameroon |
108,752.92 | 4.571 | 61,990 | 1.754 |
 Bangladesh |
107,307 | 0.65 | 58,940 | 1.821 |
 Zimbabwe |
69,291 | 4.666 | 37,658 | 1.84 |
 Czech Republic |
63,390 | 5.973 | 26,510 | 2.391 |
 Egypt |
60,000 | 0.615 | 20,000 | 3 |
 Australia |
52,000 | 2.076 | 20,700 | 2.512 |
 Cambodia |
49,000 | 3.049 | 34,000 | 1.441 |
 Vietnam |
48,102.94 | 0.508 | 29,946 | 1.606 |
 Poland |
47,030 | 1.224 | 18,020 | 2.61 |
 Angola |
44,640 | 1.526 | 42,920 | 1.04 |
 Guatemala |
43,000 | 2.485 | 17,000 | 2.529 |
 Tanzania |
39,323.15 | 0.726 | 33,247 | 1.183 |
 Moldova |
38,419 | 10.82 | 24,778 | 1.551 |
 Nepal |
36,671.61 | 1.255 | 26,842 | 1.366 |
 Rwanda |
29,621.84 | 2.468 | 70,691 | 0.419 |
 Belize |
29,101 | 73.509 | 16,591 | 1.754 |
 Bosnia and Herzegovina |
28,127 | 7.432 | 12,785 | 2.2 |
 Congo-Kinshasa |
27,695 | 0.34 | 50,000 | 0.554 |
 Mali |
23,726 | 1.242 | 39,390 | 0.602 |
 Thailand |
20,016 | 0.289 | 12,010 | 1.667 |
 Uzbekistan |
18,529.52 | 0.567 | 6,913 | 2.68 |
 Ecuador |
13,112.2 | 0.768 | 8,665 | 1.513 |
 Nicaragua |
11,000 | 1.75 | 5,000 | 2.2 |
 Kenya |
10,100 | 0.198 | 11,313 | 0.893 |
 Slovenia |
7,880 | 3.813 | 3,000 | 2.627 |
 Sri Lanka |
7,780 | 0.363 | 3,986 | 1.952 |
 Spain |
7,670 | 0.164 | 2,440 | 3.143 |
 Switzerland |
6,949 | 0.818 | 3,079 | 2.257 |
 Bulgaria |
6,070 | 0.861 | 3,670 | 1.654 |
 Afghanistan |
6,000 | 0.19 | 3,000 | 2 |
 Laos |
5,887.81 | 0.846 | 2,371 | 2.483 |
 Venezuela |
5,479.68 | 0.172 | 4,113 | 1.332 |
 El Salvador |
5,291.59 | 0.797 | 2,720 | 1.945 |
 Taiwan |
4,194 | 0.178 | 3,376 | 1.242 |
 Gabon |
4,007.84 | 1.938 | 4,656 | 0.861 |
 Liberia |
3,374.96 | 0.77 | 7,973 | 0.423 |
 Georgia |
3,000 | 0.804 | 1,000 | 3 |
 Peru |
2,714.25 | 0.087 | 1,226 | 2.214 |
 Kyrgyzstan |
2,675 | 0.424 | 1,465 | 1.826 |
 Burundi |
2,311.13 | 0.216 | 4,966 | 0.465 |
 Honduras |
2,193.54 | 0.243 | 1,097 | 2 |
 Syria |
2,133 | 0.117 | 1,217 | 1.753 |
 Lithuania |
1,710 | 0.611 | 1,230 | 1.39 |
 Cuba |
1,000 | 0.089 | 400 | 2.5 |
 Morocco |
1,000 | 0.029 | 1,000 | 1 |
 East Timor |
853.93 | 0.677 | 927 | 0.921 |
 Greece |
760 | 0.071 | 1,860 | 0.409 |
 Philippines |
615.64 | 0.006 | 339 | 1.816 |
 Côte d'Ivoire |
568.47 | 0.023 | 389 | 1.461 |
 Albania |
519.1 | 0.181 | 181 | 2.868 |
 Panama |
97.98 | 0.024 | 281 | 0.349 |
 Macedonia |
87.54 | 0.042 | 53 | 1.652 |
 Bhutan |
65.93 | 0.091 | 91 | 0.725 |
 Luxembourg |
50 | 0.083 | 30 | 1.667 |
 Madagascar |
46.84 | 0.002 | 78 | 0.601 |
 Iraq |
34.09 | 0.001 | 39 | 0.874 |
 Azerbaijan |
29.67 | 0.003 | 53 | 0.56 |
 Tajikistan |
20.78 | 0.002 | 63 | 0.33 |
 Pakistan |
7 | 0 | 11 | 0.636 |
 Suriname |
3.14 | 0.006 | 3 | 1.047 |
Top Soybean Producing Countries by Share
- Brazil holds the largest share of the global production at around 41%, highlighting its agricultural prowess.
- The United States of America accounts for about 31% of global Soybean production, a testament to its extensive farming capabilities.
- Argentina contributes approximately 6.7% of the global production.
- China, with a share of about 4.4%, remains a vital player in the market.
- Canada, while producing about 7 million tonnes, captures 1.88% of the global production, indicating its steady growth in the international market.
