Almond production refers to the annual output of almonds harvested within a country, measured in tonnes or metric tons.
Spain Almond Production was 369.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 24.2% on 2023. Spain Almond Production (2015–2024): Spain remained one of the world's leading almond-producing countries during the 2015–2024 period, although annual production varied considerably due to climatic conditions and changes in orchard productivity. Production increased from approximately 211 thousand tonnes in 2015 to nearly 370 thousand tonnes in 2024, despite notable fluctuations throughout the decade.
Spain Almond Production moved from 211.1 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 369.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+75.1%), an average of +6.4% a year. The series high was 416.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 199.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2016) is 217.8 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +32.7% in 2018.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Spain ranks 3 for 2024, behind U.S. (2,000 Thousand Tonnes) and Australia (370 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 9.4% 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 | 369.7 | +24.2% |
| 2023 | 297.7 | +21% |
| 2022 | 246 | −32.6% |
| 2021 | 365.2 | −12.4% |
| 2020Peak | 417 | +22.5% |
| 2019 | 340.4 | +0.4% |
| 2018 | 339 | +32.7% |
| 2017 | 255.5 | +28.3% |
| 2016 Trough | 199.2 | −5.6% |
| 2015 | 211.1 | — |
Regional context
Almond Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Spain is highlighted.
Data definition
Almond Production — Almond production refers to the annual output of almonds harvested within a country, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator captures the quantity of almonds produced during a given year and provides a time series of national production levels. It reflects agricultural output from almond orchards intended for commercial, industrial, and agricultural use. Production statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and official national reporting agencies, providing a standardized measure for comparing almond production across countries and over time.
The indicator includes harvested almonds produced from cultivated almond trees during the reporting year, regardless of whether the almonds are sold domestically, exported, or processed into products such as almond kernels, almond flour, almond milk, or almond oil. It covers commercial agricultural production reported by official statistical authorities and international organizations, including FAO and other recognized agricultural data sources. The figures represent gross production before processing and are reported for the selected country and reference period.
The indicator excludes imports, exports, stocks, consumption, trade values, prices, and post-harvest processing activities. It does not account for almond-derived products after processing, production losses occurring after harvest, or almonds harvested from wild or non-commercial sources unless included in official national statistics. The data also excludes forecasts, estimated future production, and production outside the selected country's geographical boundaries.
Almond Production — Almond production refers to the annual output of almonds harvested within a country, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator captures the quantity of almonds produced during a given year and provides a time series of national production levels. It reflects agricultural output from almond orchards intended for commercial, industrial, and agricultural use. Production statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and official national reporting agencies, providing a standardized measure for comparing almond production across countries and over time.
A strong expansion occurred between 2017 and 2020, when output climbed from around 256 thousand tonnes to 417 thousand tonnes, reflecting favorable weather, improved irrigation systems, expansion of high-density orchards, and increasing investment in modern cultivation practices. Production moderated in 2021 and 2022 before recovering again in 2023 and 2024. Spain's Mediterranean climate, extensive almond-growing regions such as Andalusia, Catalonia, Aragón, Castilla-La Mancha, and Murcia, and continuous adoption of improved varieties have supported long-term production growth. Irrigated plantations have become increasingly important, helping stabilize yields despite periodic drought conditions. However, almond production remains sensitive to water availability, spring frosts, heatwaves, and rainfall variability, which contribute to yearly output fluctuations. Growing international demand for almonds in food processing, confectionery, bakery products, plant-based beverages, and healthy snack markets has encouraged further orchard development and productivity improvements. Spain also plays a significant role in supplying both domestic processors and export markets within Europe. Overall, the production trend indicates a positive long-term trajectory, with 2024 output remaining substantially above the levels recorded at the beginning of the period. Continued investment in efficient irrigation, climate-resilient farming practices, improved orchard management, and sustainable production methods is expected to support Spain's position as one of Europe's largest almond producers while improving resilience against changing climatic conditions.
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Almond production refers to the annual output of almonds harvested within a country, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator captures the quantity of almonds produced during a given year and provides a time series of national production levels. It reflects agricultural output from almond orchards intended for commercial, industrial, and agricultural use. Production statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and official national reporting agencies, providing a standardized measure for comparing almond production across countries and over time.
Spain Almond Production was 369.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 24.2% on 2023.
Spain Almond Production moved from 211.1 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 369.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+75.1%), an average of +6.4% a year. The series high was 416.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 199.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The highest value was 416.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the lowest was 199.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Included: The indicator includes harvested almonds produced from cultivated almond trees during the reporting year, regardless of whether the almonds are sold domestically, exported, or processed into products such as almond kernels, almond flour, almond milk, or almond oil. It covers commercial agricultural production reported by official statistical authorities and international organizations, including FAO and other recognized agricultural data sources. The figures represent gross production before processing and are reported for the selected country and reference period. Excluded: The indicator excludes imports, exports, stocks, consumption, trade values, prices, and post-harvest processing activities. It does not account for almond-derived products after processing, production losses occurring after harvest, or almonds harvested from wild or non-commercial sources unless included in official national statistics. The data also excludes forecasts, estimated future production, and production outside the selected country's geographical boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Almonds&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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