Top Cherry Producing Countries

Cherries, prized for their sweet and tart flavors, are farmed extensively in temperate regions worldwide. Today, Turkey stands as the leading producer of cherries, followed by the United States (notably in states like Washington, California, and Oregon), Iran, Italy, and Spain. The cultivation of cherries dates back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting that wild cherry trees were harvested in prehistoric Europe and western Asia. The domestication and selective breeding of cherries began in the regions around the Black Sea and Caspian Sea, spreading to Greece and Rome by the time of the Roman Empire. Roman agriculturalists played a significant role in spreading cherry cultivation across Europe. Over centuries, cherries were introduced to the Americas by European settlers, and today, modern cherry farming combines traditional horticultural practices with advanced techniques to maximize yield and fruit quality.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat