Tobacco Production Volume 2011

Tobacco production volume indicates the total amount of tobacco produced in a country annually.

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Highest
China
3.16M metric tons
Lowest
Puerto Rico
1.45 metric tons
Median country
3,470 metric tons
Countries with data
127

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1
China flag
China
3,157,000 metric tons
2
Brazil flag
Brazil
951,933 metric tons
3
India flag
India
830,000 metric tons
4
United States flag
United States
271,363 metric tons
5
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
214,600 metric tons
6
Malawi flag
Malawi
174,928 metric tons
7
Argentina flag
Argentina
135,241.22 metric tons
8
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
130,000 metric tons
9
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
125,056 metric tons
10
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
102,834 metric tons
11
Laos flag
Laos
80,340 metric tons
12
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
79,234 metric tons
13
North Korea flag
North Korea
79,000 metric tons
14
Italy flag
Italy
70,130 metric tons
15
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
70,000 metric tons
16
Thailand flag
Thailand
67,900 metric tons
17
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
49,395.41 metric tons
18
Turkey flag
Turkey
45,435 metric tons
19
Philippines flag
Philippines
44,944 metric tons
20
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
40,607 metric tons
21
Zambia flag
Zambia
38,286.6 metric tons
22
Poland flag
Poland
34,428 metric tons
23
South Korea flag
South Korea
33,935.53 metric tons
24
Spain flag
Spain
33,692 metric tons
25
Canada flag
Canada
32,780.18 metric tons
26
Uganda flag
Uganda
28,444 metric tons
27
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
28,400 metric tons
28
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
26,537 metric tons
29
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
26,194.96 metric tons
30
Greece flag
Greece
23,900 metric tons
31
Japan flag
Japan
23,600 metric tons
32
Yemen flag
Yemen
22,138 metric tons
33
Cuba flag
Cuba
19,900 metric tons
34
Iran flag
Iran
19,232 metric tons
35
Colombia flag
Colombia
17,837.54 metric tons
36
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
17,059 metric tons
37
Kenya flag
Kenya
15,345.08 metric tons
38
South Africa flag
South Africa
15,000 metric tons
39
France flag
France
13,998.7 metric tons
40
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
12,900 metric tons
41
Hungary flag
Hungary
10,923 metric tons
42
Croatia flag
Croatia
10,643 metric tons
43
Serbia flag
Serbia
10,437 metric tons
44
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
10,414.18 metric tons
45
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
10,279.83 metric tons
46
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
9,918 metric tons
47
Mexico flag
Mexico
9,648 metric tons
48
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
9,382.52 metric tons
49
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
8,791 metric tons
50
Algeria flag
Algeria
8,281 metric tons
51
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
7,961.47 metric tons
52
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
7,667.66 metric tons
53
Chile flag
Chile
7,554 metric tons
54
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
6,441 metric tons
55
Honduras flag
Honduras
5,862.09 metric tons
56
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
5,690.04 metric tons
57
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
5,415 metric tons
58
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
5,405.03 metric tons
59
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
5,239 metric tons
60
Germany flag
Germany
4,829 metric tons
61
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
3,923.77 metric tons
62
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
3,593 metric tons
63
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
3,587 metric tons
64
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
3,470 metric tons
65
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
3,185.24 metric tons
66
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
3,160.51 metric tons
67
Angola flag
Angola
3,064.73 metric tons
68
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
2,916 metric tons
69
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
2,788.5 metric tons
70
Panama flag
Panama
2,640.3 metric tons
71
Romania flag
Romania
2,562 metric tons
72
Guinea flag
Guinea
2,500 metric tons
73
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
2,465.48 metric tons
74
Ghana flag
Ghana
2,392.77 metric tons
75
Armenia flag
Armenia
2,386 metric tons
76
Iraq flag
Iraq
2,319.05 metric tons
77
Albania flag
Albania
1,900 metric tons
78
Togo flag
Togo
1,866.22 metric tons
79
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
1,835 metric tons
80
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
1,804.06 metric tons
81
Taiwan flag
Taiwan
1,737 metric tons
82
Morocco flag
Morocco
1,714.07 metric tons
83
Peru flag
Peru
1,708 metric tons
84
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
1,700.64 metric tons
85
Niger flag
Niger
1,664.28 metric tons
86
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
1,594.85 metric tons
87
Libya flag
Libya
1,387.4 metric tons
88
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
1,360 metric tons
89
Burundi flag
Burundi
1,350 metric tons
90
Mali flag
Mali
1,330.78 metric tons
91
Nepal flag
Nepal
1,238 metric tons
92
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
1,238 metric tons
93
Oman flag
Oman
1,189.57 metric tons
94
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
824.52 metric tons
95
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
744.48 metric tons
96
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
704 metric tons
97
Haiti flag
Haiti
569.26 metric tons
98
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
517.8 metric tons
99
Fiji flag
Fiji
480 metric tons
100
Congo flag
Congo
440 metric tons
101
Benin flag
Benin
399 metric tons
102
Georgia flag
Georgia
364.13 metric tons
103
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
345 metric tons
104
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
320 metric tons
105
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
298.12 metric tons
106
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
284 metric tons
107
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
258 metric tons
108
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
217.2 metric tons
109
Samoa flag
Samoa
207 metric tons
110
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
195.61 metric tons
111
Belgium flag
Belgium
186 metric tons
112
Chad flag
Chad
182.98 metric tons
113
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
158.73 metric tons
114
Austria flag
Austria
135.05 metric tons
115
Somalia flag
Somalia
134.11 metric tons
116
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
130.6 metric tons
117
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
106.19 metric tons
118
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
97.8 metric tons
119
Guyana flag
Guyana
92.93 metric tons
120
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
76 metric tons
121
Portugal flag
Portugal
65 metric tons
122
Jordan flag
Jordan
53 metric tons
123
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
40 metric tons
124
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
14 metric tons
125
Israel flag
Israel
4.87 metric tons
126
Russia flag
Russia
4 metric tons
127
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
1.45 metric tons

↑Top 10 Countries

  1. #1China flagChina
  2. #2Brazil flagBrazil
  3. #3India flagIndia
  4. #4United States flagUnited States
  5. #5Indonesia flagIndonesia
  6. #6Malawi flagMalawi
  7. #7Argentina flagArgentina
  8. #8Tanzania flagTanzania
  9. #9Zimbabwe flagZimbabwe
  10. #10Pakistan flagPakistan

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

↓Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #127Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico
  2. #126Russia flagRussia
  3. #125Israel flagIsrael
  4. #124Slovakia flagSlovakia
  5. #123Sierra Leone flagSierra Leone
  6. #122Jordan flagJordan
  7. #121Portugal flagPortugal
  8. #120Costa Rica flagCosta Rica
  9. #119Guyana flagGuyana
  10. #118Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flagSaint Vincent and the Grenadines

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Insights by country

1

Panama

In 2011, Panama produced 2,640.3 metric tons of tobacco, ranking #70 out of 127 countries. This volume is notably lower than that of regional neighbors such as Nicaragua, which is known for its significant tobacco exports. The country's production is influenced by its suitable climate for tobacco cultivation and a relatively small agricultural sector focused on diverse crops, limiting its overall tobacco output.

2

Algeria

In 2011, Algeria ranked #50 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, with a total of 8281 metric tons. This production level is modest compared to leading producers such as China, which dominates the market. The country's tobacco farming is influenced by its favorable climate and agricultural policies that support local farmers, contributing to its standing in the global market.

3

South Africa

In 2011, South Africa ranked #38 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, with a total output of 15,000 metric tons. This production level is notable within the African context, where many countries produce less, reflecting South Africa's established agricultural sector.

The country's favorable climate and well-developed infrastructure support tobacco farming, while the industry plays a significant role in local economies, particularly in rural areas where tobacco cultivation provides livelihoods for many families.

4

China

In 2011, China led the world in Tobacco Production Volume, producing 3,157,000 metric tons and securing the #1 rank out of 127 countries. This output significantly surpasses that of other major producers, such as India, which ranks second. The country's dominance in tobacco production is largely driven by its vast agricultural land, a large domestic market, and government policies that support the tobacco industry as a key economic sector.

5

Guinea

In 2011, Guinea ranked #72 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, producing 2500 metric tons. This volume is relatively modest compared to leading producers, reflecting the country's limited agricultural diversification. The primary drivers of tobacco production in Guinea include its favorable climate for crop cultivation and the economic reliance on agriculture, despite challenges such as infrastructure deficits and market access.

6

Cuba

In 2011, Cuba ranked #33 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, with a total of 19,900 metric tons produced. This figure highlights Cuba's significant role in the tobacco industry, particularly when compared to leading producers like China, which dominates the market. The country’s favorable climate and rich soil contribute to the high quality of its tobacco, making it a key export product that supports its economy despite ongoing trade restrictions.

7

Oman

In 2011, Oman produced 1189.57 metric tons of tobacco, ranking #93 out of 127 countries. This production level is relatively low compared to top producers like China, which dominates the global market. Oman's tobacco cultivation is influenced by its arid climate and limited agricultural land, alongside government regulations aimed at controlling tobacco use for public health reasons.

8

Armenia

In 2011, Armenia ranked #75 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, producing 2386 metric tons. This volume is relatively modest compared to larger tobacco producers, highlighting Armenia's niche role in the global market. The country's tobacco production is influenced by its favorable climate for agriculture and historical cultivation practices, though it faces challenges such as limited land and economic diversification efforts.

9

Bhutan

In 2011, Bhutan ranked #110 globally in Tobacco Production Volume, with a total of 195.61 metric tons produced. This volume is relatively low compared to larger tobacco producers in the region, reflecting Bhutan's unique stance on tobacco regulation and consumption. The country's strict anti-tobacco laws, which limit production and sales, stem from its commitment to promoting health and preserving cultural values.

10

Bangladesh

In 2011, Bangladesh ranked #12 globally for Tobacco Production Volume, producing 79,234 metric tons of tobacco. This volume positions Bangladesh as a significant player in the global tobacco market, particularly in South Asia, where it outproduces neighboring countries like India in this sector. The country's favorable climate and extensive agricultural land contribute to its tobacco cultivation, while the crop serves as a vital source of income for many farmers, making it an important economic driver.

Analysis & Context

In 2011, China led the world in Tobacco Production Volume, producing an impressive 3,157,000 metric tons. The global range of production spanned from a minimum of 1.45 metric tons in Puerto Rico to China's maximum output. The global average production volume was approximately 58,634.28 metric tons, while the median was significantly lower at 3,470 metric tons, highlighting the disparity in production capabilities among countries.

Economic Drivers Behind Top Producers

The dominance of China, Brazil, and India in tobacco production is closely tied to their economic strategies and agricultural policies. China, producing over 3.1 million metric tons, benefits from vast arable land and a focus on agricultural output as a major economic sector. Similarly, Brazil and India, with production volumes of 951,933 and 830,000 metric tons respectively, leverage their large rural populations and favorable climates to sustain high levels of production. These nations capitalize on tobacco as a cash crop, which plays a crucial role in their agricultural economies and export revenues.

Challenges and Declines in Production

While some countries increased production, others faced significant declines. The United States saw a reduction of 54,403 metric tons, a 16.7% decrease, reflecting a shift towards less tobacco cultivation due to stringent health regulations and declining domestic demand. Similarly, Myanmar experienced a dramatic decrease of 31,200 metric tons (a 52.3% drop), likely influenced by economic restructuring and policy shifts aimed at diversifying agriculture.

Year-over-Year Growth and Decline

Analyzing year-over-year changes reveals strategic shifts in tobacco production. Brazil and India recorded increases of 164,116 and 140,000 metric tons respectively, with Brazil's growth rate at 20.8% and India's at 20.3%. This growth can be attributed to enhanced agricultural techniques and investment in tobacco farming infrastructure. Conversely, countries like Italy and Pakistan faced declines of 18,982 and 16,489 metric tons, reflecting economic challenges and shifts towards alternative crops.

Geopolitical and Policy Impacts

Geopolitical factors and government policies significantly impact tobacco production volumes. In Indonesia, the increase of 78,900 metric tons (a 58.1% rise) is linked to government support for tobacco as a key economic driver, despite global health concerns. Conversely, Turkey reduced production by 7,583 metric tons (14.3% decrease) due to increasing health awareness and regulatory measures. These examples underscore how national policies and international pressures shape tobacco production strategies.

In conclusion, the Tobacco Production Volume data from 2011 illustrates a complex interplay of economic priorities, policy decisions, and market demands. While top producers continue to rely on tobacco as a vital economic resource, others are adapting to new realities influenced by health concerns and economic diversification strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tobacco Production Volume in 2011

Which country had the highest tobacco production volume in 2011?

China had the highest tobacco production volume in 2011, producing 3,157,000 metric tons.

What was the average tobacco production volume per country in 2011?

The average tobacco production volume per country in 2011 was 58,634 metric tons.

Which country had the lowest tobacco production volume in 2011?

Puerto Rico had the lowest tobacco production volume in 2011, producing 1.45 metric tons.

What was the median tobacco production volume among countries in 2011?

The median tobacco production volume among countries in 2011 was 3,470 metric tons.

What was the tobacco production volume for Brazil in 2011?

Brazil had a tobacco production volume of 951,933 metric tons in 2011, making it the second-highest producer.

How many countries are included in the 2011 tobacco production dataset?

The 2011 tobacco production dataset includes 127 countries.

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