Peanut Production by Country 2025

In 2022, worldwide peanut production reached 49 million tons.

Top 10 Countries that Produce the Most Peanuts

1. China

China accounted for the largest share of peanut production in 2022. It produced over 18.3 million tons, more than one-third of the world’s total production, and most of the nuts were sourced from Henan, Jiangsu, Guangdong, and Shandong provinces.

2. India

The country produces 10.13 million tons of peanuts annually, making up about 21% of the world’s total production. It’s the second-highest producer of peanuts in the world. In India, the crop is planted in two cycles in areas with hot and subtropical climates like Orissa, Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Karnataka and Tamil Nadu produce 15% of India’s total peanut production, while Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh produce 24% and 28%, respectively. The nuts are produced in different varieties, including Red Natal, Spanish, and Bold. India exports most of its nuts to Pakistan, Malaysia, and Indonesia before selling them to the rest of the world.

3. Nigeria

Nigeria is the world’s third-largest producer of peanuts at almost 4.3 million tons, accounting for 30% of Africa’s peanut production. Most of its plantations are located in the dry areas of the country. They include Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Sokoto, Kwara, and Zamfara.

4. United States

The United States of America produced about 2.53 million tons of peanuts in 2022. Only 13 states cultivate groundnuts thanks to their favorable climates. They include Alabama, Texas, Virginia, Oklahoma, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia, to mention a few. Alabama has the highest production nationwide, with nearly 185,000 acres of peanut plantations.

5. Sudan

In 2022, Sudan produced approximately 2.5 million tons of peanuts, placing it fifth on the list of the world’s largest peanut producers. Peanuts are a crucial crop for Sudan’s agriculture, thriving thanks to the country’s favorable climate and vast arable land. Key peanut-growing regions include Kordofan, Darfur, and Gedaref, where the majority of the country’s production takes place.

6. Myanmar

The country ranks as the sixth largest producer of peanuts, despite its political and economic instability. It produces about 1.7 million tons of peanuts annually, making peanut production a huge source of income for the country.

7. Senegal

Senegal is another great peanut producer in the world at 1.5 million tons. The country has just the right conditions for groundnut production, making large companies set up large peanut businesses. Senegal mainly exports most of its produce to China.

8. Argentina

The country is famous for producing high-quality groundnuts often referred to as Golden peanuts. It has more than 35,000 hectares of land which produce around 1.3 million tons of peanuts. Renowned peanut-production companies like Olega, Olam Argentina, and Sol Argentina are based here and have expanded their operations over the years due to the high-quality peanuts grown here.

9. Guinea

In 2022, Guinea produced approximately 1 million tons of peanuts, solidifying its place as a significant producer in West Africa. Peanuts are an essential crop for Guinea, in terms of both food security and the local economy. Regions like Boké and Labé, with their favorable climates, provide ideal conditions for peanut cultivation. Peanuts in Guinea are mostly grown by smallholder farmers and play a crucial role as a source of food, income, and employment.

10. Brazil

Rounding out the list, Brazil also grows peanuts on a large scale, at 848 thousand tons in 2022. In fact, peanuts are an important agricultural product in Brazil, contributing significantly to the country’s farming sector. While a portion of the production is exported—around 31.7% in 2022—the majority is consumed domestically.

Honorable Mentions

11. Chad

Eleventh on the list for 2022, Chad also grows peanuts on a large scale, at 829 thousand tons. In fact, peanuts are the country’s main source of income and make up the country’s agricultural foundation. Most of the produce is exported to other countries through international trade routes.

14. Ghana

At 611 thousand tons annually, Ghana adds to the few West African countries known for growing peanuts. Peanut is the country’s main cash crop, with most farmers earning a livelihood by farming groundnuts. The northern region of Ghana is most suitable for growing peanuts as it’s warm and temperate.