Oil Palm Yield Per Hectare 2012

Costa Rica

Costa Rica achieved a global rank of #6 with an oil palm yield of 17.5 metric tons/hectare in 2012. This yield is significantly higher than the global average, reflecting the country's effective agricultural practices and favorable climate conditions for oil palm cultivation.

The strong performance in oil palm yield can be attributed to Costa Rica's investment in sustainable agricultural techniques and its strategic focus on export-oriented agriculture, which has enhanced productivity and environmental stewardship in the sector.

Ecuador

Ecuador ranked #18 globally in 2012 with an oil palm yield of 13.3401 metric tons/hectare. This yield is notably higher than the bottom-ranked country in the dataset, reflecting Ecuador's favorable climatic conditions for oil palm cultivation. The country's investment in agricultural technology and infrastructure has significantly boosted productivity, positioning it as a key player in the global palm oil market.

Central African Republic

In 2012, the Central African Republic ranked #35 globally with an oil palm yield of 8.730201 metric tons/hectare. This yield is notably lower than the top-ranked country in the category, which reflects the challenges faced in agricultural productivity in the region. Contributing factors include limited access to modern farming techniques and infrastructure, as well as ongoing political instability that affects investment in the agricultural sector.

Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire ranked #39 globally in 2012 with an oil palm yield of 6.8859 metric tons/hectare. This yield is notably lower than the top-ranked country, Indonesia, which leads in oil palm production efficiency. The country's yield is influenced by factors such as its favorable tropical climate for oil palm cultivation and significant investment in agricultural infrastructure, although challenges like land management and smallholder farming practices persist.

Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea achieved a global rank of #12 with an oil palm yield of 14.0411005 metric tons/hectare in 2012. This yield is significantly higher than the global average, reflecting the country's favorable climate and rich biodiversity that support oil palm cultivation. The sector is a crucial part of Papua New Guinea's economy, driven by both domestic demand and export opportunities, particularly in Asian markets.

Solomon Islands

In 2012, the Solomon Islands achieved a remarkable 10th global rank for Oil Palm Yield Per Hectare, with a yield of 15.800001 metric tons/hectare. This yield is significantly higher than many regional neighbors, reflecting the country's favorable climatic conditions for oil palm cultivation. The strong performance is driven by the islands' rich volcanic soils and a growing focus on agricultural exports, which have encouraged investment in oil palm plantations.

Gabon

In 2012, Gabon ranked #34 globally with an oil palm yield of 8.9456005 metric tons/hectare. This yield is notably lower than the leading producer, Indonesia, which demonstrates the potential for growth in Gabon's oil palm sector. Gabon's favorable equatorial climate and extensive forested areas provide ideal conditions for oil palm cultivation, but limited investment and infrastructure have hindered higher yields.

Angola

In 2012, Angola achieved a global rank of #20 with an oil palm yield of 12.173901 metric tons/hectare. This yield is notably higher than the bottom-ranked country in the dataset, indicating a competitive position in oil palm production. The country's favorable tropical climate and investments in agricultural infrastructure have contributed to this productivity, supporting its economic diversification efforts beyond oil and minerals.

Philippines

In 2012, the Philippines achieved a global rank of #29 with an oil palm yield of 10.0216 metric tons/hectare. This yield is below the top-ranked country, Indonesia, which is a significant player in the global palm oil market. The Philippines' performance is influenced by its relatively small scale of oil palm cultivation compared to larger producers, as well as the country's focus on other agricultural products, limiting the expansion of palm oil plantations.

Gambia

In 2012, Gambia achieved an oil palm yield per hectare of 10 metric tons/hectare, ranking #31 out of 44 countries in this metric. This yield is significantly lower than the top-ranked country, which typically exceeds 20 metric tons per hectare, indicating room for improvement in agricultural practices. Factors contributing to Gambia's yield include its favorable climate for palm cultivation but limited investment in modern farming techniques and infrastructure, which hampers productivity.