Top Plantain Producing Countries

Plantain, a staple food crop in tropical regions, is primarily farmed in countries across West and Central Africa, with Nigeria, Ghana, and Cameroon among the top producers globally. Other significant producers include Uganda, Colombia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The cultivation of plantain traces back thousands of years to Southeast Asia, where it was first domesticated. From there, it spread to Africa via ancient trade routes and maritime migrations, becoming deeply integrated into local diets and agricultural systems. Over centuries, plantain farming adapted to diverse climates and soils, especially thriving in the humid tropics. Today, plantain remains a vital crop for food security, rural livelihoods, and cultural traditions in many parts of Africa and Latin America.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat