Vanilla is a popular spice used in desserts, perfumes and even medicines. It comes from the pods of vanilla orchids and grows best in warm, tropical areas. Producing vanilla takes time and care, making it one of the most valuable spices. Several countries around the world cultivate vanilla, each offering unique flavor. Let’s explore the top-10 vanilla producing countries globally.
The global vanilla market was valued at USD 292 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a 4.7% annual rate from 2024 to 2032. The demand for natural vanilla is rising due to its use in banking, beverages and its health benefits, including antioxidant and antidepressant properties.
Madagascar is the world’s largest producer of vanilla beans, contributing about 80% of the global supply each year. In the northeast SAVA region, around 70,000 farmers carefully grow, pollinate and harvest vanilla orchids. This dedication makes Madagascar a key player in the vanilla industry, supplying this prized spice worldwide.
Madagascar stands as the largest vanilla producing country with the annual vanilla production of 2,926 tons, followed by Indonesia, China, Mexico and Papua New Guinea.
Here is the list of top-10 largest vanilla producing countries in the world by 2025:
| Rank | Country | Vanilla Production (in tons) |
| 1. | Madagascar | 2,926 |
| 2. | Indonesia | 2,304 |
| 3. | China | 885 |
| 4. | Mexico | 513 |
| 5. | Papua New Guinea | 502 |
| 6. | Turkey | 303 |
| 7. | Uganda | 211 |
| 8. | Tonga | 180 |
| 9. | French Polynesia | 24 |
| 10. | Reunion | 21 |
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