Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
India Apple Production was 2,626 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 8.7% on 2023. Apple production in India has shown a gradual but fluctuating growth trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in agricultural conditions, market demand, technology adoption, and government support for horticulture development.
India Apple Production moved from 2,134 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2,626 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+23.1%), an average of +2.3% a year. The series high was 2,876 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 2,134 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 742 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +21.5% in 2020.
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, India ranks 5 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2.7% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,626 | −8.7% |
| 2023Peak | 2,876 | +11.1% |
| 2022 | 2,589 | +13.8% |
| 2021 | 2,276 | −19.1% |
| 2020 | 2,814 | +21.5% |
| 2019 | 2,316 | −0.5% |
| 2018 | 2,327 | +2.7% |
| 2017 | 2,265 | −10.2% |
| 2016 | 2,521 | +18.1% |
| 2015 Trough | 2,134 | — |
Regional context
Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. India is highlighted.
Data definition
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
During this period, apple production remained within the range of approximately 2.1 to 2.9 million tonnes, indicating a relatively stable production base with moderate year-to-year variations. In 2015, India produced around 2.134 million tonnes of apples, followed by an increase to 2.521 million tonnes in 2016. However, production experienced some fluctuations in subsequent years due to factors such as climatic variability, temperature changes, rainfall patterns, and regional productivity differences.
The highest production level during the observed period was recorded in 2023, reaching approximately 2.876 million tonnes. This improvement highlights the positive impact of better farming practices, expansion of apple cultivation areas, improved availability of quality planting materials, and increasing investment in agricultural infrastructure. However, production slightly declined in 2024 to around 2.626 million tonnes, suggesting the influence of external factors such as unfavorable weather conditions, pest-related challenges, or variations in crop yields.
From a macroeconomic perspective, apple production is an important indicator of India’s agricultural performance, particularly in the horticulture sector. Apples contribute significantly to rural income generation, employment opportunities, and regional economic activity, especially in major producing states such as Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The overall trend suggests resilience in India’s apple industry, with production maintaining a stable trajectory despite periodic volatility.
The data indicates that India’s apple sector has potential for further growth through technological advancement, climate-resilient farming techniques, improved supply chains, and enhanced storage facilities. As consumer demand for fruits continues to rise, sustained growth in apple production can support agricultural diversification and contribute positively to India’s broader food economy.
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Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
India Apple Production was 2,626 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 8.7% on 2023.
India Apple Production moved from 2,134 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2,626 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+23.1%), an average of +2.3% a year. The series high was 2,876 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 2,134 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 2,876 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 2,134 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Apples&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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