15 World’s Biggest Grape-Producing Countries
15 World’s Biggest Grape-Producing Countries in 2024
15 World’s Biggest Grapes-Producing Countries in 2024– There are 15 World’s biggest country
producers of Grapes. All the data comes from FAO Statistical Database
(FAOSTAT), United Nations in 2026. Functionally, as independent organization, FAO,
as we know, has the responsibility to develop agriculture and raise human
access to nutritious food all over the world.
Commonly, Grapes in the world are one of the favorite
fruits and have become one of the biggest fruits in production volumes. In 2024,
the Total Production of Grapes all over the world was around 75 million tons
with a harvested area of 6.7 million hectares (ha). With the huge production, many
people may still love to consume grapes and their processed products. In
terms of trading aspects, the producers (wine and table grapes) can even export
it to other countries so it can add to their countries’ income.
Historically, this plant, Grapes, is one of the longest cultivated plants by humans. This plant has been cultivated by humans 6,000–8,000 years ago. From time to time, along with the development of technology and science, the fruit can be consumed directly and some of the fruit can be processed into a variety of derivative products like wine, raisins, and vinegar.
The World’s Production, Harvested Areas, and Yield/ Productivity of Grapes From 1961 to 2024
|
Years |
World's Area Harvested of Grape Plants |
World's Production of Grapes |
Yield of Grapes |
|
(Hectare (Ha)) |
(Tons) |
(Tons/ Hectare (T/ha) |
|
|
1961 |
9,333,213 |
42,987,826 |
4.61 |
|
1962 |
9,382,918 |
53,443,674 |
5.70 |
|
1963 |
9,491,889 |
48,033,929 |
5.06 |
|
1964 |
9,619,200 |
52,354,751 |
5.44 |
|
1965 |
9,586,778 |
55,078,912 |
5.75 |
|
1966 |
9,488,955 |
51,804,908 |
5.46 |
|
1967 |
9,474,774 |
53,176,109 |
5.61 |
|
1968 |
9,392,240 |
55,392,051 |
5.90 |
|
1969 |
9,181,158 |
52,968,326 |
5.77 |
|
1970 |
9,089,699 |
55,941,538 |
6.15 |
|
1971 |
9,046,710 |
54,302,266 |
6.00 |
|
1972 |
9,061,350 |
50,096,650 |
5.53 |
|
1973 |
9,052,324 |
63,183,851 |
6.98 |
|
1974 |
9,085,223 |
61,039,152 |
6.72 |
|
1975 |
9,157,909 |
58,363,332 |
6.37 |
|
1976 |
9,268,553 |
59,642,898 |
6.43 |
|
1977 |
9,275,292 |
53,161,250 |
5.73 |
|
1978 |
9,285,218 |
57,357,716 |
6.18 |
|
1979 |
9,201,885 |
69,221,428 |
7.52 |
|
1980 |
9,217,058 |
66,493,476 |
7.21 |
|
1981 |
9,225,893 |
61,664,595 |
6.68 |
|
1982 |
9,099,047 |
72,563,177 |
7.97 |
|
1983 |
8,864,528 |
67,262,266 |
7.59 |
|
1984 |
8,738,754 |
64,511,650 |
7.38 |
|
1985 |
8,623,126 |
58,666,690 |
6.80 |
|
1986 |
8,475,117 |
64,051,617 |
7.56 |
|
1987 |
8,368,200 |
63,968,578 |
7.64 |
|
1988 |
8,249,828 |
58,126,545 |
7.05 |
|
1989 |
8,185,142 |
58,819,583 |
7.19 |
|
1990 |
7,971,499 |
59,746,557 |
7.50 |
|
1991 |
7,828,974 |
56,073,902 |
7.16 |
|
1992 |
7,747,202 |
60,273,349 |
7.78 |
|
1993 |
7,506,598 |
55,291,006 |
7.37 |
|
1994 |
7,425,871 |
54,083,445 |
7.28 |
|
1995 |
7,322,841 |
55,381,604 |
7.56 |
|
1996 |
7,243,349 |
58,634,764 |
8.09 |
|
1997 |
7,182,640 |
57,961,134 |
8.07 |
|
1998 |
7,115,073 |
56,432,963 |
7.93 |
|
1999 |
7,161,974 |
60,476,117 |
8.44 |
|
2000 |
7,254,102 |
63,552,363 |
8.76 |
|
2001 |
7,284,843 |
60,861,632 |
8.35 |
|
2002 |
7,340,597 |
61,164,448 |
8.33 |
|
2003 |
7,388,996 |
63,051,141 |
8.53 |
|
2004 |
7,285,705 |
67,207,676 |
9.22 |
|
2005 |
7,283,210 |
66,975,694 |
9.20 |
|
2006 |
7,312,818 |
66,968,319 |
9.16 |
|
2007 |
7,212,026 |
66,175,599 |
9.18 |
|
2008 |
7,119,521 |
66,578,877 |
9.35 |
|
2009 |
7,089,358 |
67,647,425 |
9.54 |
|
2010 |
6,983,916 |
66,695,524 |
9.55 |
|
2011 |
6,932,564 |
69,167,947 |
9.98 |
|
2012 |
6,924,175 |
68,976,938 |
9.96 |
|
2013 |
7,010,098 |
76,518,759 |
10.92 |
|
2014 |
7,020,029 |
73,916,628 |
10.53 |
|
2015 |
7,090,872 |
76,844,941 |
10.84 |
|
2016 |
6,900,455 |
74,528,883 |
10.80 |
|
2017 |
6,830,894 |
73,614,322 |
10.78 |
|
2018 |
6,854,892 |
80,165,321 |
11.69 |
|
2019 |
6,883,415 |
77,163,755 |
11.21 |
|
2020 |
6,839,861 |
76,896,274 |
11.24 |
|
2021 |
6,811,667 |
77,729,648 |
11.41 |
|
2022 |
6,751,627 |
78,892,153 |
11.68 |
|
2023 |
6,711,067 |
75,440,038 |
11.24 |
|
2024 |
6,725,858 |
75,904,987 |
11.29 |
|
Source:
FAOSTAT, 2026 |
|||
Statistically, from time to time, the world’s production of
grapes is a relatively mixed trend over time. In 1961, the world’s
production of grapes was around 42.9 million tons with harvested areas around 9.3
million hectares (ha). Meanwhile in 2024, the world’s production of grapes
reached 75.9 million tons with harvested areas around 6.7 million hectares.
From 1980 to 2024, the World’s harvested areas of grapes declined from 9.3
million hectares in 1961 and decreased to become 6.7 million hectares in 2024. Athough
there is a decline in the area harvested of grapes from 1961 to 2024, the yield
of grapes increased from 7.21 tons/ hectare (t/ha) in 1961 and increased to 11.29
tons/ hectare (t/ha) in 2024.
Commonly, Grapefruit can be eaten in fresh condition and can be processed into wine, and the types of table grapes are different from Wine Grapes. Commonly, there are some common Table Grapes (fresh consumed grapes) cultivated in some nations, namely Cotton Candy, Concord, Moon Drops, Kyoho, Thompson Seedless, Red Globe, Muscat, and Flame Seedless. Meanwhile, there are some popular Wine Grapes (for Winemaking) cultivated in some nations, namely Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz.
World’s Production of Grapes Based on the Continent in 2024
|
Continent |
Production of Grapes in 2024 |
|
(Tons) |
|
|
Africa |
4,782,436 |
|
Americas |
12,743,215 |
|
Asia |
31,891,572 |
|
Europe |
24,479,124 |
|
Oceania |
2,008,640 |
|
Source:
FAOSTAT, 2026 |
|
Based on the continental statistical view of the
FAOSTAT database, the production of Grapes can be tracked down into
several regions. Europe and Asia still become the major regions
of grape production in 2024. Statistically, the production of
Grapes from Europe and Asia reached 24.4 million and 31.8 million tons,
respectively. In addition, the Americas also produce around 12.7
million tons of Grapes in 2024. Meanwhile, Africa can produce 4.7 million tons
and Oceania can produce 2 million tons.
Taxonomically, the grape (Vitis vinifera) belongs
to the order of Vitales and the family of Vitaceae. Biologically,
this plant is a fruit plant in the form of a shrub that propagates with many
branches. Agronomically, grapes are one of the plants that can live optimally
in lowland areas and require a long dry season ranging from 4-7 months with a
high intensity of sunlight.
In many developing countries, the cultivation of grapes is
starting to increase because of the bright and potential market for the future.
From all over the world, there are some of the biggest countries which
have millions of grape productions. Here is the rank of 15 World’s Largest
Country Producers of Grapes in 2024 and all this data comes from the Food and
Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 2026.
Table Rank of 15 World’s Biggest Grape-Producing Countries in 2024
|
Ranks |
Countries |
Production of Grapes in
2024 |
|
(Tons) |
||
|
1 |
China, mainland |
16,821,674 |
|
2 |
Italy |
7,637,640 |
|
3 |
Spain |
5,387,270 |
|
4 |
United States of America |
4,902,250 |
|
5 |
France |
4,747,450 |
|
6 |
India |
3,904,287 |
|
7 |
Türkiye |
3,468,000 |
|
8 |
Chile |
2,453,897 |
|
9 |
Argentina |
1,918,974 |
|
10 |
South Africa |
1,870,973 |
|
11 |
Uzbekistan |
1,832,994 |
|
12 |
Brazil |
1,820,104 |
|
13 |
Egypt |
1,696,017 |
|
14 |
Australia |
1,613,640 |
|
15 |
Iran |
1,566,663 |
|
Source: FAOSTAT, 2026 |
||
Brief Description of 10 World’s Biggest Grape-Producing Countries in 2024
1.China
China still becomes the world’s biggest grape-producing
country with production reaching 16.8 million tons in 2024. Historically, thhe
people of this panda country have a long history with this plant. Along with
the Chinese economic revolution pioneered by Deng Xiaoping in
the 1980s, which was followed by economic growth and the welfare of the people
of this land of pandas getting advance, grape production has also increased. In
2000, China’s vineyard area reached 178,000 hectares.
Geographically, in China, the growing and cultivation areas
of grape plants (vineyard) in China spreads over several provinces. Some of
these provinces include Xingjian, Hebei, Shandong, Liaoning, and
Henan. The area of grape cultivation in Xinjiang is 32,000 hectares, Hebei is
31,500 hectares, Shandong is 20,900 hectares, Liaoning is 14.2 thousand
hectares, and Henan is 11.3 thousand hectares. While in terms of plant
genetics, there are several types of grapes that are widely popular in China.
the plants consist of 2 types, namely table grapes (consumed directly) and Wine
grapes (processed into Wine):
● Table Grapes: Zaomeigui,
Zhengzhou Zhaohong, Fenghuang No 51, Jing Zaojing, Shandong Zhao
Hong, Jingxiu, Jingya, Zizhenxiang, Shengxiu, Jingyu, Fenghou.
● Wine grapes: Beichun, Gongliang No. 1,
Shuangyou, Zuoshan No. 1.
Periodically, the harvesting time of grapes in China occurs
in August-October which are then sold for direct consumption (table grape) or
processed into various wine products in China (wine grape).
2.Italy
Italy is the 2nd world’s largest grape-producing
country with production reaching 7.6 tons in 2024. Apart from being famous for
its spaghetti and pizza, this country is also famous for the several types of
grapes it produces and many grapes in Italy as a source of Italian wine. In
this country, there are several types/varieties of grapes. The grape varieties
include Sangiovese, which is cultivated on 54,000
hectares, Montepulciano on 27,000 hectares, Glera on
27,000 hectares, Pinot Gris on 25,000 hectares, Merlot on
24,000, and Italian for 22,000. The types above are
types of wine grapes that are popular in Italy.
Geographically, several regions in Italy have become the
center of grape cultivation. According to Statista data for 2020, the Regions
of Apulia, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Sicily, Abruzzo are some of the regions with
the highest grape production in Italy. Grape production in Apulia reached 1.28
million tons, Veneto at 1.25 million tons, Emilia-Romagna at 952 thousand tons,
Sicily at 661 thousand tons, and Abruzzo at 448 thousand tons.
3. Spain
Spain is the 3rd world’s biggest grape
country producer with production reaching 5.3 million tons in 2024. The country
is famous for its wine production, and the main area of wine production is in the autonomous
region of Castilla La Mancha. In terms of type/cultivar, Tempranillo grapes
are the most popular grapes in Spain with a planted area of more than 100
thousand hectares. In addition, there are other types of cultivated grapes that
are widely grown such as Syrah, Merlot, Chardonnay, Albariño,
Sauvignon Blanc, Godello, and Treixadura.
4. United States of America
As a country with the highest wine consumption in the
world, it is not surprising that the United States is one of the world’s
largest wine-producing countries. The United States is the fourth biggest grape
producer in the world. Total production of grapes in 2024 based on data from
the FAO Statistical Database (FAOSTAT) reached 4.9 million tons. Grape
Cultivation areas spread over several parts of the United States such
as California, New York, Washington, Oregon, and Virginia. However, of all
states, California is the main grape-growing area in America, contributing to 85
percent of United States grape production.
According to the side of the
cultivar/type of grape, there are several types of grapes that are popular such
as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Zinfandel.
Chardonnay grapes are the most widely cultivated with an area of 43,000 ha, followed by Cabernet
Sauvignon at 41,000 ha, Pinot Noir at 25,000 ha, Merlot at 21,000 ha, and
Zinfandel at 19,000 ha.
5. France
France is the 5th world’s biggest country
producer of grape with total production reaching 4.7 million tons in 2024. In
terms of cultivation area, there are several central wine-growing areas in the
country spread over the regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, The Rhone
Valley, The Loire Valley, Champagne, and Provence in France.
Meanwhile, in terms of genetics, there are several types of popular grapes in
this country. Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Syrah are some of the popular wines in
the country.
6. India
India is the 6th biggest country producer
of Grapes in 2024. Statistically, the production of Grapes from India reached
3.9 million tons. Geographically, in India, there are some states
that have huge production of Grapes. These provinces include
Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Mizoram. Genetically,
in India, there are some popular cultivars. These cultivars include Thompson
Seedless, Bengaluru Blue, Anab-e-Shahi, Dilkhush, and Sharad.
7. Türkiye
Türkiye is the 7th largest country producer
of Grapes in 2024. According to FAO Statistical Corporate Database (FAOSTAT),
the production of Grapes from Türkiye reached 3.4 million tons. Geographically,
the main regions of grapes cultivation in Türkiye are distributed in several
provinces. These provinces include Manisa, Mardin, Denizli, Nevsehir, Mersin,
Diyarbakir, Gaziantep, Kilis, Kahramanmaras, and Elazig. Specifically,
Manisa has a Vineyard area around 85.8 hectares (ha) or 22 %
of overall grape Vineyard areas in Türkiye. Furthermore, Mardin also
has a vineyard area around 36.3 hectares or 9.3 grape vineyard areas
in Türkiye. Meanwhile, Denizli has 34.161 hectares, Nevşehir 18.944
hectares, Mersin 17.834 hectares, Diyarbakır 17.168 hectares, Gaziantep 16.363
hectares, Kilis 12.798 hectares, Kahramanmaraş 12.513 hectares, and Elazığ 10.8
hectares (Akdemir and Candar, 2022).
8. Chile
Chile also became one of the biggest country producers of
Grapes in 2024. According to FAO Statistical Corporate Database (FAOSTAT), the
production of Grapes from Chile reached 2.4 million tons. Geographically,
in Chile, some of the main cultivation areas of Grapes can be found
in the regions of Atacama, Coquimbo, and Valparaiso. Genetically, there are
some cultivars of Grapes cultivated in this country. Some of the cultivars of
grapes in Chile are Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Carménère, Syrah, and Pinot Noir.
9. Argentina
In the year of 2024, Argentina still becomes the 9th
world’s largest country producers of Grape with total production of grapes
reached 1.9 million tons in 2024. Geographically, in Argentina, the grapes
vineyard can be found in some region in Argentina including Mendoza (Central
Region), Salta (Northern Region), San Juan (Cuyo Region), Patagonia (Southern
Region). Of all regions, Mendoza still becomes the largest producing region
contributing over 70% of Argentine's grape production. Genetically, in
Argentina, some of grape varieties planted include Malbec (Red), Bonarda,
Torrontés, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay (White), Criolla Grande & Cereza
(White/Red), Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Pinot Noir. Commonly, Argentina is
overwhelmingly a wine grape producer dedicated to producing wine with more than
90% of Argentine's grape production. Because of climatic conditions, the grape
harvest (vintage) in Argentina occurs between February and April.
10. South Africa
South Africa is the 10th largest producer
of Grape in 2024. According to the FAO Statistical Corporate
Database, the production of Grapes from Nelson Mandela’s country reached 1.87
million tons. Geographically, in South Africa, the principal areas of
grape’s cultivation can be found in Western Cape (Breede River Valley, Cape
South Coast, Coastal Region, Klein Karoo, and Olifants River). In terms of Genetic
aspects, in South Africa, some of the cultivars that can be found in this
country are Sauvignon Blanc, chardonnay, Shiraz, and Pinot Noir.
11. Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is one of the main country
producers of grape and wine producer from Central Asia regions with the grape
production from Uzbekistan reached 1,832,994 tons in 2024. Statistically, the
planted grape in this country is dominated by table grapes (for eating fresh)
and raisins (dried grapes). Genetically, some of the grape varieties planted in
Uzbekistan, including Pink Tayfi, Kishmish, Husayne, Rizamat, Soyaki,
Bayan-Shirey, International/Regional Reds. Geographically, in Uzbekistan, some
main regions of grape can be found in Samarkand, Toshkent Region (Parkent),
Surkhandarya, and Fergana Valley. Based on the climatic conditions, the
harvesting time of grapes in Uzbekistan spans from late July (early varieties)
through October.
12. Brazil
Since its introduction by the Portuguese settlers in the
16th century, Grapes also become one of the most popular fruits in Brazil.
Statistically, until 2024, total grapes production of Grapes in Brazil reached 1,820,104
tons in 2024. Geographically, in Brazil,
the state of Rio Grande do Sul still becomes the largest state producer of
grapes followed by São Paulo and the state of Pernambuco (Vilpoux et al.,
2016). Commonly, around 45% of the Brazilian grape production is processed into
wines, juices, and other derivatives and 55% is commercialized as table grapes
(Camargo et al., 2006). In terms of genetic aspects, some grapes varieties
planted in Brazil including table grapes (Niagara Rosada, Thompson Seedless,
Crimson Seedless, and Red Globe) and wine grapes (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir,
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon & Tannat, Isabel, Bordô, and Riesling Italico.
13. Egypt
Egypt is the 13th largest country producer
of Grapes in 2024. Statistically, the production of Grapes
from Egypt reached 1.69 million tons. Geographically, in
Egypt, Table grapes are among the most significant fruit crops cultivated
in Egypt, ranking second only to citrus in terms of production volume. Their
cultivation extends geographically from Alexandria in the north to Aswan in the
south. This wide distribution, along with the presence of both early- and
late-ripening grape varieties, ensures an extended supply of fresh table grapes
in the market from May to November.
14. Australia
Since
its introduction in 1788, the production of Grapes has increased from time to
time. As of 2024, total grape production in Australia reached 1,613,640 tons. Geographically, in Australia,
Grapes are grown in all States of Australia but most of the grape production
locate in the temperate zone. Furthermore, some of the largest States which has
huge production of grapes including South Australia (Riverland), Victoria
(Sunraysia), and New South Wales (Riverina). In addition, in terms of genetic
aspects, in Australia, the major table grape varieties which can be found in
Australia are Thompson Seedless, Red Globe, Flame Seedless and Menindee
Seedless. Meanwhile, the wine grapes varieties planted in Australia include
Shiraz (accounting for 25% of Australia's wine grape production), Cabernet
Sauvignon, and Chardonnay as the the 3 most cultivated varieties and other wine
grapes varieties planted in small portion include Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc,
Semillon, Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Pinot Gris/Grigio.
15. Iran
Iran also one of the world's biggest country producer of
Grapes in Asia Regions. Statistically, the grape production from Iran in 2024
reached 1,566,663 tons and most of cultivated grapes in Iran are used for
raisin production and table grapes (freshly consumed grapes). Geographically,
in Iran, some main regions of Grape cultivation (vineyard) can be found in
Malayer (Hamadan Province), Qazvin (Takestan), Khorasan (Kashmar &
Khalilabad), Fars (Shiraz). Genetically, in terms of Grape diversity, Iran has
diverse indigenous varieties of grapes, including Bidaneh Sefid (White
Seedless), Askari, Yaghuti (Ruby), Rish Baba, Shahani
The Histogram Summary of 10 World’s Largest Country Producers of Grapes in 2024
The Table Summary of 10 World’s Largest Country Producers of Grapes in 2024
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