Golden winter fruit.. The top 10 countries that produce and export “cocoa” in the world | economy

Kaka, or persimmon, is a winter fruit rich in vitamins, possesses antioxidant components, and is used in many food products, including baked goods, custard, ice cream, jam, and candy.

Persimmon leaves are also used to make herbal tea, and the health benefits of the fruit extend to weight management and supporting the immune system.

The size of the persimmon market is expected to reach $5 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach $5.80 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.10% during the forecast period (2024-2029), according to the Mordor Intelligence platform.

Data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicate that China, South Korea, Japan, Azerbaijan and Brazil are among the largest producers of cocoa in the world.

Exports move the market

The value of cocoa exports reached $564.3 million in 2023, an increase of 6.9% over 2022. This growth is due to increased demand for cocoa due to its high nutritional content and bioactive compounds.

Countries with high demand, such as Germany and the United States, import from major producers such as China, which occupies a prominent position as an exporter and consumer of this fruit.

The global rise in persimmon exports can be attributed to growing awareness and demand in international markets as consumers are increasingly attracted to persimmons for their sweet taste, nutritional benefits and culinary versatility.

The 10 largest cocoa producing countries in the world

Below we present to you a list of the top 10 cocoa producing countries in the world in 2022 in kilograms, according to what was reported by the “Tridge” platform.

1. China: 3.4 billion kilograms
2. South Korea: 231.5 million kilograms
3. Japan: 216.1 million kilograms
4. Azerbaijan: 184.3 million kilograms
5. Brazil: 164.4 million kilograms
6. Uzbekistan: 80.7 million kilograms
7. Iran: 30.5 million kilograms
8. Israel: 30 million kilograms
9. Pakistan: 21.8 million kilograms
10. Nepal: 2.92 million kilograms

The 10 largest cocoa exporting countries in the world

We present to you a list of the top 10 cocoa exporting countries in the world in 2022, estimated in US dollars, according to the OEC World platform.

1. Spain: $199 million
2. Azerbaijan: $114 million
3. China: $56.1 million
4. Uzbekistan: $52 million
5. Italy: $10.8 million
6. United States: $7.75 million
7. Japan: $7.2 million
8. Israel: $6.96 million
9. South Korea: $6.81 million
10. New Zealand: $6.31 million

The 10 largest cocoa importing countries in the world

We present to you a list of the top 10 cocoa importing countries in the world in 2022, estimated in US dollars, according to the OEC World platform.

1. Russia: $151 million
2. Germany: $53.4 million
3. Vietnam: $31.2 million
4. France: $28.3 million
5. Italy: $27.2 million
6. Thailand: $17.4 million
7. Kazakhstan: $15.8 million
8. Ukraine: $15 million
9. Canada: $14.3 million
10. Hong Kong: $14 million

Kaka in the Arab world

Arab countries are not well known for growing cocoa, and Lebanon stands out in small quantities, followed by Egypt, Morocco, and Jordan in small quantities as well.

The top 5 Arab countries exporting cocoa

Below is a list of the most prominent Arab countries exporting cocoa in 2022, according to the OEC World platform.

1. Lebanon: $3.1 million
2. United Arab Emirates: $1.42 million
3. Egypt: 618 thousand dollars
4. Morocco: 427 thousand dollars
5. Jordan: $104,000

The top 5 Arab countries importing cocoa

Below is a list of the top 5 Arab countries importing cocoa in 2022, according to the OEC World platform.

1. Saudi Arabia: $6.07 million
2. United Arab Emirates: $5.67 million
3. Jordan: $3 million
4. Kuwait: $2.9 million
5. Sultanate of Oman: $1.22 million

10 interesting facts you may not know about persimmon

Here are some interesting facts about persimmon as mentioned by some platforms:

1. Kaka was first grown in China more than two thousand years ago, and from there it spread to Japan and from there to the world.
2. There are about two thousand species of persimmon.
3. Only two types of persimmon are available for commercial purposes: Hashiya and Fuyu.
4. Persimmon season is usually from September to December.
5. Fresh and dried persimmon leaves can be used to prepare tea.
6. Kaka belongs to the mulberry family.
7. Kaka first arrived in California in the United States in the 19th century.
8. The persimmon tree may take up to 7 years before it produces fruit.
9. Persimmons can be used to prepare cakes and bread.
10. Persimmon trees can reach 70 feet in height.