Countries by Spinach production

Spinach holds significant importance for its rich nutrients and versatility in meals. This leafy vegetable thrives in cool climates, thus it is commonly cultivated in temperate regions worldwide. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database, the following production data reflects the state of global spinach production in the year 2023—the latest available data as of 2025.

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Map of countries by Spinach production

Global Spinach Production

In 2023, the global spinach production reached approximately 34.1 million tonnes, marking a substantial increase from around 2.96 million tonnes back in 1961. Over the decades, production has seen a steady upward trend with significant jumps notably in the early 2000s. From 1961 to 2023, production increased by an impressive 31.1 million tonnes, signifying growing global demand and enhanced agricultural practices.

Spinach Production by Country

  • China leads the world in spinach production with a staggering 29.8 million tonnes, accounting for the lion's share of global output.
  • The United States of America comes second with approximately 423,000 tonnes, showing effective domestic cultivation.
  • Turkey contributed 233,000 tonnes, showcasing its capacity to produce substantially in the region.
  • Japan, known for efficient agricultural techniques, produced around 205,000 tonnes.
  • Canada, although not among the top producers, managed to produce 6,400 tonnes, reflecting its smaller agricultural scale in this sector.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
China 29,846,991.31 21.413 714,572 41.769
United States of America 422,952 1.29 29,542 14.317
Turkey 232,699 2.726 15,447 15.064
Japan 205,408.96 1.624 18,676 10.999
Indonesia 170,687.6 0.644 46,810 3.646
Kenya 158,715.98 3.115 11,177 14.2
Malaysia 114,105 3.494 10,279 11.101
Italy 103,460 1.712 5,720 18.087
Iran 103,253.67 1.263 5,068 20.374
Pakistan 102,058 0.506 7,866 12.975
Belgium 82,210 7.201 3,090 26.605
Spain 82,000 1.757 4,850 16.907
France 79,400 1.18 4,400 18.045
Bangladesh 63,367 0.384 9,938 6.376
South Korea 56,465.19 1.094 4,403 12.824
Germany 54,240 0.656 3,090 17.553
Greece 51,460 4.779 5,980 8.605
Mexico 40,924.29 0.328 2,790 14.668
The Netherlands 39,400 2.284 2,570 15.331
Peru 28,705.64 0.919 1,428 20.102
Albania 26,192.14 9.125 1,704 15.371
Egypt 23,201.22 0.238 1,525 15.214
Jamaica 15,308 5.61 951 16.097
Switzerland 14,404 1.696 893 16.13
Jordan 13,059 1.276 360 36.275
Hungary 12,110 1.239 480 25.229
Austria 7,760 0.878 390 19.897
Tunisia 7,450.09 0.651 618 12.055
Australia 6,674 0.266 1,055 6.326
Canada 6,407 0.172 698 9.179
Portugal 5,290 0.514 560 9.446
Colombia 4,934.17 0.099 274 18.008
Palestinian Territories 4,856.08 1.067 247 19.66
Venezuela 4,851 0.152 312 15.548
Czech Republic 4,800 0.452 450 10.667
Poland 4,800 0.125 400 12
Ireland 2,750 0.566 250 11
United Arab Emirates 2,553.09 0.268 91 28.056
Iraq 2,309 0.059 306 7.546
Singapore 2,190.13 0.39 106 20.662
Lebanon 2,002.84 0.329 132 15.173
New Zealand 1,762.97 0.36 449 3.926
Denmark 1,540 0.266 430 3.581
Botswana 1,271.44 0.552 146 8.708
Haiti 1,007.01 0.091 77 13.078
Congo-Brazzaville 965.62 0.179 113 8.545
Finland 850 0.154 50 17
Romania 770 0.039 60 12.833
Slovakia 710 0.13 80 8.875
Philippines 705.98 0.007 313 2.256
Cyprus 690 0.807 80 8.625
Brunei 649.59 1.537 172 3.777
Ukraine 240 0.006 33 7.273
Israel 236 0.026 457 0.516
Croatia 220 0.052 30 7.333
Kuwait 214 0.051 6 35.667
Malta 185 0.389 17 10.882
Bulgaria 160 0.023 40 4
Lithuania 160 0.057 20 8
Slovenia 160 0.077 20 8
Macedonia 138.09 0.067 10 13.809
Sweden 90 0.009 40 2.25
Costa Rica 62.82 0.013 12 5.235
Qatar 52 0.021 2 26
Antigua and Barbuda 16.54 0.192 5 3.308
Luxembourg 10 0.017 0 ∞

Top Spinach Producing Countries by Share

  • China dominates the spinach market with an overwhelming 87.5% share of global production in 2023, highlighting its leading role in the agriculture sector for this crop.
  • The United States holds a modest share at 1.24%, indicating a consistent domestic supply.
  • Turkey and Japan have relatively small shares, contributing about 0.68% and 0.60% respectively.
  • Canada's share of the production is 0.0188%, a reminder of its scale in worldwide supply but showcasing its presence nonetheless.

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