The FAO’s FAOSTAT database, updated in late December 2023, includes potato production statistics up to 2022. The data reveals that approximately 375 million tons of potatoes were produced globally in 2022, with China (95,5 million tons) and India (56 million tons) being the top producers.
Germany produced 10,6 million tons, France 8 million tons, Netherlands 6,9 million tons, the UK 4,8 million tons, Belgium 3,6 million tons. Russia produced 18,9 million tons, and the Ukraine 20,9 million tons. The U.S. produced 17,8 million tons, and Canada 6,2 million tons. Argentina produced 2,2 million tons, and Australia 1,1 million tons. Egypt produced 6,1 million tons, and South Africa 2,5 million tons.
The total harvested area worldwide was 17,788,408 hectares in 2022, slightly less than the previous year. It’s important to note that while FAOSTAT data is comprehensive, it may not align precisely with official figures from certain countries’ government or industry sources, though it generally provides a reliable overview.
Source: potatonewstoday.com