5 Countries that Produce the Most Wheat

In this piece, we’ll take a look at the 5 Countries that Produce the Most Wheat. For more such countries, go to 20 Countries that Produce the Most Wheat.

5. United States

Annual Wheat Production 2022: 44.9 million Metric Tons

The United States is a country comprising 50 states. The largest crop by total production is corn, and the majority of it is produced in a region called the corn belt. Other crops in the United States include cotton, rice, soybean, wheat, sugar, pulses, vegetables, fruits, nuts, etc. In October 2022, wheat exports’ worth in the United States dropped to $771 million from $1,024 million in September 2022. In 2022, the United States is estimated to produce 44.9 million metric tons of wheat.

4. Russia

Annual Wheat Production 2022: 91 million Metric Tons

Russia is the largest country by area in the world, with an area of around 17,098,242 km². Russia’s most exported crop is wheat, with other crops being barley, oats, sunflower seed, potatoes, and rye. The estimate for 2022-2023 grain exports of Russia is 56.1 million tonnes which include 43.7 million tonnes of wheat. Russia is estimated to produce 91 million metric tons of wheat in 2022.

3. India

Annual Wheat Production 2022: 103 million Metric Tons

India is the second most populous country in the world. India ranks first among the world’s largest milk, jute, and pulses producers. It also is among the top 5 largest producers of wheat, rice, sugarcane, groundnut, vegetables, cotton, and fruit. The total production of wheat in India is forecasted to be at 103 million metric tons in 2022.

2. European Union

Annual Wheat Production 2022: 134.7 million Metric Tons

European Union is a political and economic union of 27 states located in Europe. Sunflowers, rice, potatoes, sugarbeet, and soybeans are some of the region’s summer crops, while wheat, rye, and rapeseed are the winter crops. The EU is estimated to produce 134.7 million metric tons of wheat in 2022.

1. China

Annual Wheat Production 2022: 138 million Metric Tons

The People’s Republic of China is the most populous country in the world, with a population crossing 1.4 billion. China’s major crops are rice, wheat, and maize, accounting for more than 90% of the total food products in China. Around 80% of food production in China is used for human consumption, while 20% is used for animal feed. In 2022, China is expected to produce 138 million metric tons of wheat, making it the largest wheat producer in the world.

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