Countries by Sugar Beet production
Sugar beet is a vital crop in the global agriculture sector, valued for its high sugar content and use in food and biofuel industries. It thrives in temperate climates with well-drained soil, primarily in regions where summers are warm and extended. According to the latest 2023 data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) database, sugar beet production plays a crucial role in meeting the world's sugar demand.
Global Sugar Beet Production
In 2023, the global sugar beet production reached approximately 281 million tonnes. The trend over the years has shown variability, with significant peaks in the late 1970s and 1990s. From an initial production of around 161 million tonnes in 1961, the industry has nearly doubled its output. Notably, the increase from 2022 to 2023 was about 22 million tonnes, indicating a rise in production efficiency and expansion of cultivated areas.
Sugar Beet Production by Country
- Russian Federation leads with production around 48.8 million tonnes, making it the top sugar beet producer.
- United States of America produced approximately 31.9 million tonnes, solidifying its position as a key player in the industry.
- Germany followed with a production of around 31.6 million tonnes, demonstrating its strong agricultural sector.
- France contributed roughly 30.6 million tonnes to the global sugar beet supply.
- Canada produced about 1.17 million tonnes, which is notable given its ranking of 26th globally. Although not among the top, its production is significant domestically.
| Country | Production (tonnes) | Production per Person (kg) | Harvested Area (ha) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Russian Federation |
48,825,312.49 | 332.423 | 1,038,467 | 47.017 |
 United States of America |
31,956,490 | 97.498 | 456,210 | 70.048 |
 Germany |
31,558,200 | 381.41 | 395,800 | 79.733 |
 France |
30,580,680 | 454.414 | 380,550 | 80.359 |
 Turkey |
25,250,213 | 295.766 | 364,070 | 69.355 |
 Poland |
16,940,820 | 440.782 | 260,760 | 64.967 |
 Ukraine |
13,129,710 | 310.66 | 250,100 | 52.498 |
 Egypt |
12,794,060.91 | 131.226 | 243,333 | 52.578 |
 China |
7,850,900 | 5.632 | 229,300 | 34.239 |
 United Kingdom |
7,745,929 | 117.291 | 99,031 | 78.217 |
 The Netherlands |
6,942,510 | 402.434 | 80,440 | 86.307 |
 Iran |
5,100,117.75 | 62.381 | 89,895 | 56.734 |
 Belarus |
4,844,095 | 511.078 | 106,230 | 45.6 |
 Belgium |
4,750,450 | 416.095 | 56,050 | 84.754 |
 Czech Republic |
3,833,870 | 361.231 | 58,800 | 65.202 |
 Japan |
3,403,000 | 26.903 | 51,200 | 66.465 |
 Spain |
2,890,250 | 61.944 | 34,870 | 82.886 |
 Austria |
2,675,690 | 302.743 | 35,680 | 74.991 |
 Denmark |
2,280,600 | 393.889 | 30,500 | 74.774 |
 Serbia |
2,040,624 | 291.458 | 41,673 | 48.968 |
 Sweden |
1,743,600 | 171.42 | 28,760 | 60.626 |
 Morocco |
1,469,789 | 42.266 | 31,322 | 46.925 |
 Slovakia |
1,407,730 | 258.626 | 22,130 | 63.612 |
 Italy |
1,398,540 | 23.141 | 23,490 | 59.538 |
 Switzerland |
1,199,626 | 141.25 | 16,132 | 74.363 |
 Canada |
1,172,372 | 31.504 | 13,200 | 88.816 |
 Lithuania |
1,041,210 | 371.763 | 14,420 | 72.206 |
 Hungary |
875,970 | 89.65 | 14,280 | 61.342 |
 Kyrgyzstan |
621,001 | 98.426 | 13,133 | 47.286 |
 Chile |
603,503.04 | 34.341 | 5,286 | 114.17 |
 Kazakhstan |
510,225.8 | 27.923 | 13,463 | 37.898 |
 Croatia |
499,910 | 119.251 | 8,010 | 62.411 |
 Moldova |
428,257 | 120.605 | 10,723 | 39.938 |
 Finland |
420,900 | 76.279 | 10,900 | 38.615 |
 Romania |
403,670 | 20.676 | 12,450 | 32.423 |
 Azerbaijan |
206,105 | 20.823 | 4,485 | 45.954 |
 Tunisia |
96,215.08 | 8.406 | 1,796 | 53.572 |
 Turkmenistan |
85,993.19 | 14.696 | 17,900 | 4.804 |
 Armenia |
56,354.87 | 18.976 | 3,639 | 15.486 |
 Iraq |
35,235.08 | 0.896 | 8,110 | 4.345 |
 Syria |
33,898 | 1.854 | 927 | 36.567 |
 Pakistan |
32,454 | 0.161 | 821 | 39.53 |
 Colombia |
30,768.49 | 0.616 | 1,218 | 25.261 |
 Venezuela |
25,233.35 | 0.793 | 1,208 | 20.889 |
 Albania |
20,446 | 7.123 | 642 | 31.847 |
 Australia |
16,167 | 0.645 | 500 | 32.334 |
 Dominican Republic |
12,918 | 1.258 | 422 | 30.611 |
 Mali |
9,958 | 0.521 | 669 | 14.885 |
 Slovenia |
6,970 | 3.372 | 110 | 63.364 |
 Lebanon |
6,837.32 | 1.122 | 285 | 23.991 |
 Afghanistan |
6,000 | 0.19 | 300 | 20 |
 Ecuador |
4,643.2 | 0.272 | 729 | 6.369 |
 Macedonia |
4,239.89 | 2.043 | 143 | 29.65 |
 Uzbekistan |
1,763.7 | 0.054 | 179 | 9.853 |
 Greece |
1,180 | 0.11 | 40 | 29.5 |
 Mexico |
896.71 | 0.007 | 68 | 13.187 |
 Bosnia and Herzegovina |
685.91 | 0.181 | 36 | 19.053 |
 Luxembourg |
550 | 0.914 | 30 | 18.333 |
 Palestinian Territories |
100 | 0.022 | 3 | 33.333 |
Top Sugar Beet Producing Countries by Share
- The Russian Federation accounts for 17.36% of the world's sugar beet production, emphasizing its dominant role.
- The United States of America holds an 11.36% share, ranking as a major contributor to the global supply.
- Germany's production represents 11.22% of the world's total, showcasing its agricultural strength.
- France has a 10.88% share, highlighting its importance in the sugar beet market.
- Canada, while having a smaller share of 0.42%, remains a crucial part of the North American sugar beet production landscape.
