India (26.641 million tons)
The annual production of onions in India is approximately 26.641 million tons. India is the second largest onion producing country in the world, accounting for approximately 15% of the total global onion production. Onions in India are mainly distributed in the northern and central regions, with provinces such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat being the main production areas. There are two main types of onions grown in India: one is the red onion, which usually has a shelf life of two weeks, and the other is the pink onion, which has a shelf life of nearly six months. The main onion growing regions in India are located in warm tropical and subtropical climates, with an average annual temperature of around 25 ℃ and abundant sunshine and rainfall.
China (24.2225 million tons)
The annual production of onions in China is approximately 24.2225 million tons. China is the world's largest producer of onions, accounting for approximately one-third of the world's total onion production. Onions are mainly distributed in Northeast, North China, Northwest and other regions of China, with Shandong, Hebei, Inner Mongolia and other provinces being the main production areas. In recent years, with the improvement of onion varieties and the improvement of cultivation techniques, the onion industry in Gansu has achieved rapid development and become one of the main onion production areas in China. In addition to supplying the domestic market, Chinese onions are also exported in large quantities to many European countries, exporting hundreds of thousands of tons of onions annually.
Egypt (3.3124 million tons)
The annual production of onions in Egypt reaches 3.3124 million tons. Egypt is one of the largest onion producing countries in the Middle East and Africa, with a vast area of onion cultivation, mainly distributed in the Nile Delta and river valleys. Among them, provinces such as Alexander, Cairo, and Kina have the highest yields. Due to the suitable climate and fertile soil, Egypt has abundant and high-quality onion production. Egyptian onions are mainly used for food processing and catering, and some are also exported. The main onion varieties in Egypt include red skinned onions, yellow skinned onions, and white skinned onions, among which red skinned onions have the largest planting area due to their high yield, storage resistance, and suitability for long-distance transportation.
United States (3.1022 million tons)
The annual production of onions in the United States is approximately 3.1022 million tons. Onions in the United States are mainly distributed in the Midwest and Eastern regions, with Iowa, California, Ohio, and other states being the main production areas. In California, there is an ocean of onions where almost all farmers grow onions. With highly mechanized production methods, several people's farms can grow over 1500 tons of onions per year. The consumption of onions in the United States is very high, not only to meet the needs of the catering industry, but also an essential ingredient in fast food such as hamburgers. Onion rings are a very popular fast-selling food, so onions are one of the favorite vegetables for Americans.
Türkiye (2.5 million tons)
The annual output of onion in Türkiye is about 2.5 million tons. Türkiye is one of the important onion producing countries in Central Asia. Onion has a vast planting area, mainly distributed in the west and south of Türkiye. In terms of production, Türkiye's onion varieties mainly include red skin onion, yellow skin onion and white skin onion, among which red skin onion has the largest planting area because of its high yield, durable storage and long distance transportation. In terms of market, with a long planting history and rich production experience, Türkiye onion is not only popular in the domestic market, but also competitive in the international market.
Pakistan (2.3057 million tons)
The annual production of onions in Pakistan is approximately 2.3057 million tons. Pakistan's economy is mainly based on agriculture, and in addition to abundant fruit resources, onions are also one of its main crops. In Pakistan, Sindh Province has the widest onion planting area, accounting for 37% of the total onion planting area in Pakistan. Following closely behind is Punjab Province, which accounts for 31% of the share. The onion planting area in Balochistan Province accounts for 24% of the total planting area in Pakistan. Finally, the onion cultivation area in Khyber Pukhtoon Kawa Province accounts for 8%.
Bangladesh (2.2687 million tons)
The annual production of onions in Bangladesh is approximately 2.2687 million tons. Bangladesh is located in the Ganges Delta and is the fourth largest rice producing country in the world. In addition to rice, onions are also extensively grown in Bangladesh. In tropical and subtropical regions, residents generally believe that onions have bactericidal and disease prevention effects. Therefore, whether in spicy curry or pungent side dishes, onions are an essential ingredient. Due to its low price and high yield, onions have become the "national vegetable" of Bangladesh. It is worth mentioning that although Bangladesh's onion production is not low, it still imports a large amount of Indian onions every year.
Brazil (1.6406 million tons)
The annual production of onions in Brazil is approximately 1.6406 million tons. Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world in terms of land area, with unique agricultural conditions and the world's largest production of multiple agricultural products. Its onion production also ranks among the top ten in the world. According to data from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), 70% of onion cultivation in Brazil comes from small household production units. With overcapacity in recent years, farmers with reduced income lack funds for onion cultivation, resulting in onion growers in the southeastern, central, and northeastern regions of Brazil reducing their planting area.
Russia (1.6086 million tons)
The annual production of onions in Russia is approximately 1.6086 million tons. Russia is one of the important countries in the global onion production, accounting for approximately 5% of the total global onion production. Russian onions are mainly distributed in Siberia, the Urals, and the Caucasus region. Compared to other countries, Russia's agricultural technology level lags behind, especially in areas such as onion cultivation, fertilization, and pest control. Due to the lack of advanced agricultural machinery and planting techniques, the planting efficiency of onions is low, and the yield and quality cannot meet market demand. This situation has caused significant restrictions on Russia's onion industry and also affected Russia's competitiveness in the international onion market.
Iran (1.9253 million tons)
Iran's annual onion production is approximately 1.9253 million tons. Iran is not only a country rich in oil resources, but also one of the important onion producing countries in the Middle East. Onion cultivation covers a vast area and is mainly distributed in the southern and eastern regions of Iran. Due to the suitable climate and fertile soil, Iran's onion production is abundant and of good quality. In recent years, the Iranian government has invested heavily in biotechnology in order to increase food reserves, providing farmers with opportunities to utilize modern technology and increase onion production.
