These are the top 10 countries that produce the most wheat in the world
1. China
We all know the importance of wheat in our diets, but not many people realize just how much wheat is grown worldwide on an annual basis. Wheat can be used as human food, livestock feed and more and it’s so versatile that it’s considered the second most valuable commodity on the planet (behind only crude oil). Here’s a look at which countries grow the most wheat in the world and what each country grows it to be used for!
2. India
Wheat farming in India has been around for thousands of years, and it is one of the most important crops grown in the country today. While wheat is the staple food for more than half of the Indian population, due to its wide variety of uses, there are several states that produce much more wheat than others. Here’s a look at some of these top producing states as well as their role in global production.
Wheat has long been the staple food of India, but even more than that it's part of their way of life, culture, and personality. Indian wheat cooking has given rise to many tasty dishes and breads, among them parathas (flatbreads), naan (soft leavened bread), chapati (a variety of flatbread), and poori (deep-fried bread). These preparations are healthy as well as delicious; they make excellent appetizers or snacks served with chutneys, which are sauces based on fruits, vegetables or spices blended with yogurt or cream and seasoned with herbs and spices.
3. Russia
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Russian agriculture ranks among the top ten largest in the world and accounts for 9% of its GDP. The country has the largest area of arable land and one-third of the Earth’s fresh water supplies, which makes it one of the world’s most fertile countries. Farmers are able to cultivate more than 300 different crops, 70 of which are produced exclusively in Russia. Below are some top agricultural products that have made Russia famous worldwide and worth visiting for their beauty and diversity.
4. United States
The United States wheat agriculture tops the charts when it comes to per-acre yield and quality of production. The nation’s farmers are among the most productive in the world and export their produce to more than 100 countries around the globe. So how did this happen? And why does it matter? For answers, read on.
5. France
The French grain harvest for 2016 was the best on record, with farmers yielding about 68 million metric tons of wheat, according to France AgriMer, an agriculture ministry agency. That’s up from 66 million in 2015, and 65 million in 2014. However, as the world population grows and becomes more affluent, demand may not be able to keep up with supply. How can France make sure it can export its surplus to customers around the globe? Is there anything France could do to boost production even further?
6. Canada
Wheat, whether it’s consumed whole in bread and other baked goods, or ground into flour, is one of the most popular grains on Earth. The most popular wheat-producing country in the world is Canada, which produces nearly 30 million tons of wheat every year and exports about 80% of it to other countries. A diverse country that spans two massive geographic regions, Canada’s wheat industry has expanded significantly over the past decade, especially in western Canada.
It’s easy to take the food you eat for granted—unless it’s not there, of course. That’s why we thought it would be helpful to learn more about one of the biggest and most common crops around, wheat! Wheat has played a role in our food supply since the beginning of time, so let’s start at the beginning with some information on this versatile staple crop. If you want to know more about wheat, check out our guide to everything you need to know about this important crop below!
7. Pakistan
Pakistan, once the world’s largest wheat producer, has seen its output diminish over the past few years as harsh weather and other factors have led to falling yields. However, Pakistani farmers are looking for ways to boost wheat production in the country again, and one way they’re doing this is by using new varieties of wheat that are well-suited to local conditions. These varieties include such wheats as Amlasan-12 and Kausar Laila-8, which have been genetically engineered to resist pests and diseases while also being optimized to flourish under Pakistan’s climate.
8. Germany
Depending on where you live, wheat may be known as bread, flour, or cereal, but it’s an important part of the food we eat every day. Wheat can be used in everything from pancakes to pizza to meatloaf and more. Here’s a look at wheat reaping in Germany, including some of the country’s most popular bread and facts about this grain.
9. Australia
A new report shows that Australia’s wheat crop has reached maturity and most of it has been harvested, but farmers are now concerned about the quality of their harvest after reports of the lack of rain in key areas over the past several months. How did this happen? What does it mean to farmers? What can be done about it? Let’s look at what we know so far, and what will be happening next.
10. Ukraine
As global temperatures continue to rise, farmers in many areas are finding it increasingly difficult to grow the same crops as before, and this shift could have serious implications for the global food supply. Over the past few decades, wheat has been the most-produced grain worldwide, but experts warn that new strains of wheat better suited to warmer conditions will be necessary to feed future populations around the globe. However, some farmers are already adapting their farming methods to ensure that they can continue to grow wheat in the face of climate change; here’s a look at how some farmers in Ukraine have responded to these changes thus far. [Detailed text]
Wheat is one of the most essential food crops in the world, and it is produced in almost every part of the globe. The United States and India lead global wheat production, followed by China, Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan (each of which produces about 8 million metric tons annually). These are the top five wheat-producing countries in the world and account for more than half of total global production.
