Top Horse Producing Countries

Horses were first domesticated on the Eurasian steppes, particularly in what is now southern Ukraine, southwest Russia, and west Kazakhstan, around 3500-3000 BCE. This pivotal event revolutionized transportation, agriculture, and warfare, spreading rapidly across Asia, Europe, and eventually the world. Today, the countries with the largest horse populations include the United States, which leads globally, followed by countries such as Mexico, China, Brazil, and Argentina. These nations have diverse equestrian traditions, ranging from ranching and rodeo in the Americas to racing and ceremonial uses in Asia. The enduring partnership between humans and horses, forged millennia ago, continues to shape cultures and economies worldwide.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat