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.
Russia Apple Production was 2,014 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 3.4% on 2023. Russia's apple production demonstrated an overall positive trend during the 2015–2024 period, despite experiencing some fluctuations. Production increased from **1.6127 million tonnes in 2015** to **2.0144 million tonnes in 2024**, representing an overall growth of approximately **24.9%** over the decade.
Russia Apple Production moved from 1,613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2,014 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+24.9%), an average of +2.5% a year. The series high was 2,380 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 1,494 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2017) is 886.3 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +24.5% in 2018.
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Russia ranks 8 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2.1% 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 | 2,014 | −3.4% |
| 2023 | 2,086 | −12.3% |
| 2022Peak | 2,380 | +7.4% |
| 2021 | 2,215 | +8.6% |
| 2020 | 2,041 | +4.6% |
| 2019 | 1,951 | +4.9% |
| 2018 | 1,859 | +24.5% |
| 2017 Trough | 1,494 | −12.2% |
| 2016 | 1,701 | +5.5% |
| 2015 | 1,613 | — |
Regional context
Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Russia 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.
A slight decline occurred in **2017**, when production fell to **1.4936 million tonnes**, likely due to adverse weather conditions, disease outbreaks, or other agricultural challenges. However, production recovered strongly in subsequent years, reaching **1.8594 million tonnes in 2018** and continuing its upward trajectory to **2.0407 million tonnes in 2020**. The highest production level was recorded in **2022 at 2.3799 million tonnes**, reflecting improvements in orchard management, adoption of modern farming practices, and increased investment in the horticulture sector. Following this peak, production declined moderately to **2.0862 million tonnes in 2023** and **2.0144 million tonnes in 2024**, although output remained well above the levels observed at the beginning of the period. These recent declines may be attributed to unfavorable climatic conditions, changing input costs, or other short-term production constraints. Overall, the data indicate that Russia has significantly strengthened its domestic apple production capacity over the past decade. This upward trend aligns with broader agricultural policies aimed at enhancing food security, reducing reliance on imported fruits, and supporting domestic producers. Although annual production has shown some variability, the long-term growth pattern suggests that Russia's apple industry has become more resilient and productive. As a macroeconomic indicator, rising apple production reflects positive developments in the agricultural sector, including higher productivity, increased investment, and improved supply capacity, all of which contribute to rural economic development and greater self-sufficiency in fruit production.
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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.
Russia Apple Production was 2,014 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 3.4% on 2023.
Russia Apple Production moved from 1,613 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2,014 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+24.9%), an average of +2.5% a year. The series high was 2,380 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 1,494 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
The highest value was 2,380 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 1,494 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
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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