Almonds, scientifically known as Prunus amygdalus, are seeds of the almond tree. They are highly nutritious, containing multivitamins, fats, proteins, fiber, and minerals, and are consumed around the globe. Almonds can be consumed raw, roasted, ground into butter, or used to make milk.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), total worldwide almond production is 1.78 million metric tons in the 2025/2026 marketing year (MY). This article contains information about the 7 largest almond-producing countries' total production levels, % share of global output, yearly fluctuation change rate, and production trends over the last 10 years.
Here’s the list of largest almond producers by country:
7 Largest almond-producing countries in MY 2025/2026 according to the USDA
| Country | Total Production (Metric Tons) | % Share of Global Production |
|---|---|---|
 United States | 1.36 Million | 77% |
 European Union | 184,742 | 10% |
 Australia | 170,000 | 10% |
 Turkey | 25,000 | 1% |
 China | 22,000 | 1% |
 Chile | 11,000 | 0.62% |
 India | 4,000 | 0.23% |
1. United States
The United States is the world’s largest almond-producing country. It globally contributes a 77% share of production volume. With a year-over-year increase of 10%, almond production in the United States is 1.36 million metric tons in MY 2025/2026 (August-July). In the previous year, MY 2024/2025, production was recorded at 1.24 million metric tons.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 1.18 million metric tons
- Compound average growth: 3%
- Year-over-year change: 10%
2. European Union
As per the United States Department of Agriculture, the European Union's almond production in MY 2025/2026 stood at 184,742 metric tons, representing 10% of global output. The EU generated 170,053 metric tons of almonds during the previous marketing year (MY 2024/2025).
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 139,169 metric tons
- Compound average growth: 6%
- Year-over-year change: 9%
3. Australia
Australia's almond production totaled 170,000 metric tons in MY 2025/2026 (January-December), constituting nearly 10% of the world’s output. The country reported 155,000 metric tons of almond production for MY 2024/2025.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 124,490 metric tons
- Compound average growth: 8%
- Year-over-year change: 10%
4. Turkey
A prominent mention on the list of ‘almond production by country’ is Turkey. With an output of 25,000 metric tons, this transcontinental country accounts for 1% of total almond production in the world for the 2025/2026 marketing year. Turkey's almond production in MY 2024/2025 (August-July) was 27,000 metric tons, as observed by the USDA.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 19,500 metric tons
- Compound average growth: 6%
- Year-over-year change: -7%
5. China
China holds the fifth position in global almond production with a total output of 22,000 metric tons in MY 2025/2026 (August-July). The South Asian country’s global contribution to almond production stands at 1% for the current marketing year. On the other hand, in MY 2024/2025, China recorded 24,000 metric tons of total almonds produced.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 36,000 metric tons
- Compound average growth: -6%
- Year-over-year change: -8%
6. Chile
Chile's total almond production volume of 11,000 metric tons is among the world’s largest in the current MY 2025/2026 (January-December). This number represents 0.62% of the world’s overall almond production. The South American nation noted 11,500 metric tons of almond output in MY 2024/2025.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 10,610 metric tons
- Compound average growth: 4%
- Year-over-year change: -4%
7. India
India is a major almond-producing country in MY 2025/2026 (August-July), generating 4,000 metric tons and accounting for 0.23% of the global share. In MY 2024/2025, India reported a greater output of 4,150 metric tons of almonds.
- Almond production trends (MY 2016-2025):
- 10-year average production: 4,313 metric tons
- Compound average growth: -1%
- Year-over-year change: -4%
