Abstract
As of 2022, China leads globally in asparagus cultivation with 1.46 million hectares (mha). Historically, asparagus farming has expanded significantly, driven by rising domestic consumption and export demand. Initially cultivated in Europe and the Americas, asparagus farming spread to Asia, with China emerging as the top producer due to favorable growing conditions and investment in agriculture. Over time, China’s asparagus production has grown substantially, reflecting broader trends of increased global production and consumption. This growth underscores the crop’s rising popularity and economic importance in global agriculture.
Asparagus land use (Worldwide)
Since 1961, asparagus cultivation has evolved significantly, with China reaching a peak of 1.46 million hectares (mha) in 2022, now fully utilizing its maximum potential. Historically, asparagus was primarily grown in Europe and the Americas, but global production has shifted, with Asia, particularly China, becoming a major player. The increase in China’s cultivation area reflects its growing domestic consumption and export capacity. This trend highlights the crop’s expanding global footprint, driven by rising demand and advancements in agricultural practices, making China a central hub in the asparagus industry.
The maximum is 3.19Mt[2016] of Canada, and the current value is about 72%
Asparagus land use (latest year, worldwide)
As of 2022, China leads global asparagus cultivation with 1.46 million hectares (mha), dominating the sector. The global average is 31.6 thousand hectares (kha), with a total cultivated area of 1.61 mha. This concentration in China indicates a significant shift from earlier trends where asparagus was primarily grown in Europe and the Americas. China’s dominance is due to its large-scale production, driven by both high domestic demand and export opportunities. Overall, the trend highlights China’s pivotal role in the asparagus industry and a notable global expansion of asparagus farming.
The maximum is 2.3Mt of Canada, the average is 145kt, and the total is 6.66Mt
Asparagus land use (continent)
As of 2022, Asia leads global asparagus cultivation with a peak of 1.46 million hectares (mha), reflecting significant growth in the region. Historically, asparagus farming was centered in Europe and the Americas, but Asia’s rise, particularly China’s dominance, marks a major shift. This trend shows an expansion driven by increasing domestic consumption and export growth. The concentration of asparagus production in Asia highlights a broader global shift towards the region, illustrating its growing influence in the agricultural sector.
The maximum is 3.78Mt[2016] of North America, and the current value is about 67.8%
Asparagus land use (latest year, continental)
In 2022, Asia leads in asparagus cultivation with 1.46 million hectares (mha), significantly outpacing the global average of 268 thousand hectares (kha) and contributing to a total global area of 1.61 mha. This shift to Asia, primarily driven by China’s large-scale production, marks a notable departure from earlier trends where Europe and the Americas were dominant. The rise in Asia’s share reflects increased domestic demand and export potential, positioning the region as a key player in the global asparagus industry and underscoring the crop’s expanding footprint.
The maximum is 2.6Mt of Asia, the average is 1.11Mt, and the total is 6.66Mt
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