Abstract
According to the latest data for 2022, cucumbers have the largest yield of all vegetable production in the world, at 94.7Mt. Looking at past trends, cucumbers are a vegetable in high demand because they are adapted to warm climates and are widely grown around the world. The amount of production has been increasing in recent years, with Asia and Central and South America being cited as major production areas. In terms of land use, fruit vegetables such as cucumbers and tomatoes account for a large proportion, and because these vegetables can be grown efficiently, large-scale commercial farming is carried out. In particular, in terms of tomato production volume by use, processed tomatoes account for a large proportion, which is influenced by increased demand for tomato sauce, ketchup, etc. Tomato production is adjusted according to use, with production for processing in particular playing an important role. These trends are based on changing dietary habits and commercial demand, and are expected to continue to lead to increased production of cucumbers and tomatoes and more efficient land use. In addition, due to the effects of global warming and other factors, it is likely that climate-adaptive crop cultivation will become even more important.
Production (by vegetables)
From 1961 to 2022, global vegetable production has increased steadily, with cucumber production in particular showing remarkable growth. In 2022, cucumber production reached 94.7Mt, reaching 100% of peak production. This indicates a steady increase in the demand for cucumbers across the world, especially as they are easy to grow in warm climates and are therefore cultivated across a wide range of areas. The diversity of cucumber consumption – in the fresh market, as processed food, etc. – keeps production at a stable and high level. In addition, cucumber production is rapidly increasing, especially in Asia, with China and India being the major producing countries. The increased production is due to the importance of cucumbers in the food culture of these countries and their increasing consumption. Furthermore, the fact that it can now be cultivated in areas affected by global warming is helping to increase global production. Thus, cucumber production has increased along with growing demand, with agricultural techniques and expansion of cultivated area cited as major factors. The production volume is expected to continue to increase steadily in the future.
The maximum is the latest one, 196Mt of Domestic_supply
Yield(by vegetable)
From 1961 to 2022, cucumber yield showed a significant increase, reaching 43.6t/ha in 2022, 100% compared to the peak. This increase in yield is due to advances in agricultural technology, particularly improved varieties and the spread of more efficient cultivation methods. In areas with warm climates and suitable soil conditions, yields are stable, and production is increasing notably, especially in Asia. In addition, in terms of cucumber cultivation methods, improvements in greenhouse and hydroponic cultivation techniques have contributed to increased yields. This makes it possible to produce a higher yield per unit area than with conventional outdoor cultivation, allowing more cucumbers to be produced efficiently. Furthermore, as an adaptation to climate change, the expansion of production in warming regions is also having an impact, and cucumber cultivation is spreading globally. Increasing yields are also aligned with increased food security and market demand, with cucumbers maintaining high demand in fresh markets and processing industries. It is expected that cucumber yields will continue to improve in the future as agricultural technology advances and climate-adaptive agriculture becomes more widespread.
The maximum is the latest one, 43.6t/ha of Cucumber
Land use (by vegetables)
According to data from 2022, lentils account for the largest area of vegetable land use worldwide, reaching 5.5 mha. This is because lentils can be grown efficiently in dry regions and, due to a steady food demand, are produced on a large scale. Lentils are widely grown in India and the Middle East, where nutritious beans play an important role in the food culture. In addition, the total land use for all vegetables is 24.9mha, with an average area of 2.26mha. This data shows that the area of lentils is significantly larger than that of other vegetables. In terms of land use, crops that are easy to grow, especially in dry regions, tend to occupy large areas. Other major vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and cabbage are also widely cultivated, but these crops require resource management such as water and fertilizer, and the land use area for these crops is not very large. In the future, due to climate change and increasing food demand worldwide, efficient land use and crop selection will become important issues. Drought-tolerant crops such as lentils are expected to continue to gain popularity, potentially shifting the land use balance further.
The maximum is 186Mt of Production volume, the average is 186Mt, and the total is 186Mt
Tomato usage
Between 1961 and the present, the production volume of tomatoes for different uses has undergone great changes. In particular, tomatoes for domestic supply were the largest, reaching 196 Mt in 1961. Tomatoes are produced according to their intended use, primarily for eating raw or for processing, but demand for processed tomatoes is also increasing, with tomato sauce, ketchup, juice, and other products being widely consumed. This trend is particularly evident in Western and Asian markets, driven by the growth of the frozen and processed food markets. Tomatoes for consumption fresh require particularly fresh, high-quality products, so developments in refrigerated transport technology and greenhouse cultivation have contributed to improved productivity. Tomato yields are increasing, especially in areas with a large export market, such as Mexico and the United States. On the other hand, the production of tomatoes for processing is carried out on a larger scale and more efficiently because their use is clear and there is stable demand. Additionally, due to consumers’ growing health consciousness and changing eating habits in recent years, demand for a variety of processed tomato products is increasing. Accordingly, the production volume of tomatoes by use is expected to continue to increase, with the expansion of production for processing in particular predicted to continue.
The maximum is the latest one, 196Mt of Domestic_supply
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