Top Quince Producing Countries

Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is a fruit-bearing tree native to the Caucasus region and Western Asia, with a cultivation history dating back over 4,000 years. Ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans prized quince for its fragrance and culinary uses, often associating it with love and fertility. Over centuries, quince cultivation spread across the Mediterranean, reaching Spain, Portugal, and later, South America. Today, the top quince-producing countries are Turkey, China, Uzbekistan, Iran, and Morocco. Turkey leads global production, accounting for a significant share of the world’s quince supply, thanks to its favorable climate and long-standing agricultural traditions. These countries continue to cultivate quince both for local consumption—often in jams, jellies, and desserts—and for export, maintaining the fruit’s legacy as a prized crop throughout history.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat