Buckwheat is a nutritious grain-like seed that is grown in many parts of the world. It is used in various foods and has gained popularity due to its health benefits. Some countries produce large amounts of buckwheat to meet both local and international demands. Here are the top producers of buckwheat in 2024.
In 2024, the world’s total production of buckwheat is around 1.9 million metric tons. This amount reflects the growing popularity of buckwheat as a healthy, gluten-free food option. Major producers, such as China, Russia, and Ukraine, contribute significantly to this global supply.
Russia is the largest producer of buckwheat in the world in 2024. With over 712,000 hectares of land dedicated to buckwheat farming, the country produces around 700,000 metric tons of the crop. This makes Russia a key player in the global buckwheat market, supplying both domestic and international demand.
Russia, with an annual buckwheat production of 700,000 tons, stands as the largest buckwheat producing country in the world 2024, followed by People’s Republic of China, Ukraine, France and Poland.
Here is the list of top-10 largest buckwheat producing countries in the world 2024:
| Top-10 Largest Buckwheat Producing Countries in the World 2024 | ||
| Rank | Country | Production (in tons) |
| 1. | Russia | 700,000 |
| 2. | People’s Republic of China | 661,764 |
| 3. | Ukraine | 167,440 |
| 4. | France | 111,300 |
| 5. | Poland | 83,499 |
| 6. | United States | 83,000 |
| 7. | Brazil | 64,000 |
| 8. | Kazakhstan | 46,500 |
| 9. | Lithuania | 35,600 |
| 10. | Japan | 31,100 |
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