Top Other Fresh Vegetable Producing Countries

"Other Fresh Vegetable" is a broad category encompassing a diverse array of vegetables not classified under major staples like potatoes, tomatoes, or onions. Today, China leads the world in the production of these vegetables, thanks to its vast arable land, favorable climate, and long-standing agricultural traditions. India follows closely, with its varied agro-climatic zones supporting year-round cultivation of numerous vegetable species. The United States, Turkey, and Russia are also significant producers, leveraging advanced technology and large-scale farming. Historically, the cultivation of a wide variety of fresh vegetables dates back to the Neolithic Revolution, when early farmers in the Fertile Crescent, East Asia, and Mesoamerica began domesticating local wild plants. Over centuries, trade routes like the Silk Road and Columbian Exchange introduced new vegetables across continents, enriching diets and agricultural biodiversity. Today, the global farming of "Other Fresh Vegetable" reflects both ancient practices and modern innovations, supporting nutrition and food security worldwide.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat