Higher over the period
Turkey Cotton Production moved from 738 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 777 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+5.3%), an average of +0.6% a year. The series high was 1,018 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 656.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What Turkey Cotton Production shows
Turkey Cotton Production was 777 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 23.6% on 2022. The Turkey Cotton Production dataset provides a comprehensive assessment of the country’s cotton cultivation performance and agricultural output trends between 2015 and 2023. Measured in Thousand Tonnes, the dataset serves as an important benchmark for evaluating cotton farming capacity, agricultural productivity, textile industry supply, export potential, and Turkey’s position in the global cotton market.
A 35.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2020) is 361.2 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +26.9% in 2021.
Ranks 6 of 21 countries covered
Among the 21 countries in this dataset, Turkey ranks 6 for 2023, behind China (5,618 Thousand Tonnes) and India (5,529 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 3.1% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Turkey Cotton Production by year
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 777 | −23.6% |
| 2022Peak | 1,018 | +22.2% |
| 2021 | 832.5 | +26.9% |
| 2020 Trough | 656.3 | −19.4% |
| 2019 | 814 | −16.6% |
| 2018 | 976.6 | +10.7% |
| 2017 | 882 | +16.7% |
| 2016 | 756 | +2.4% |
| 2015 | 738 | — |
Regional context
How Turkey compares in Asia
Cotton Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Turkey is highlighted.
1China5,618
2India5,529
3Turkey777
4Myanmar153.2
5Bangladesh21.10
6Israel14.04
7Thailand1.51
8Indonesia0.0407
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Cotton Production — – Cotton Production refers to the total quantity of cotton lint produced from harvested cotton crops within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of cotton cultivation, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of cotton farming to the textile and agricultural sectors. It is used to assess global cotton supply, production capacity, and the availability of raw materials for textile manufacturing. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The data includes annual production of cotton lint obtained from harvested cotton plants and recorded as primary agricultural output. It covers cotton produced for textile manufacturing, yarn production, industrial processing, and export markets. The figures represent harvested cotton quantities collected from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years.
The data excludes cotton fiber processing, yarn, fabrics, garments, and other finished textile products. It also excludes cottonseed production, cottonseed oil, cotton imports and exports, cultivated land area, cotton yield per hectare, and inventory changes. Post-harvest losses, informal or unrecorded cotton production not captured in official agricultural statistics, and synthetic fibers such as polyester, nylon, and other non-cotton textile materials are also excluded from this indicator.
About this indicator
Cotton Production — – Cotton Production refers to the total quantity of cotton lint produced from harvested cotton crops within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of cotton cultivation, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of cotton farming to the textile and agricultural sectors. It is used to assess global cotton supply, production capacity, and the availability of raw materials for textile manufacturing. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Based on the validated data, Turkey’s cotton production demonstrated overall growth potential with periodic fluctuations throughout the study period. Cotton production started at 738.00 thousand tonnes in 2015 and increased slightly to 756.00 thousand tonnes in 2016. Output expanded significantly to 882.00 thousand tonnes in 2017 and continued rising to 976.60 thousand tonnes in 2018, reflecting strong agricultural performance. Production declined to 814.00 thousand tonnes in 2019 and further decreased to 656.25 thousand tonnes in 2020, representing the lowest production level during the period. Cotton output recovered strongly to 832.50 thousand tonnes in 2021 and increased further to a study-period high of 1,017.50 thousand tonnes in 2022. Production moderated to 777.00 thousand tonnes in 2023 while remaining above early-period levels. The overall trend highlights Turkey’s strong cotton production capacity and resilience despite year-to-year variations.
The dataset provides valuable insights into Turkey’s cotton production trends, agricultural productivity, and textile supply chain development. It supports historical analysis, international benchmarking, market assessment, and production forecasting. Farmers, textile manufacturers, exporters, policymakers, investors, researchers, and industry stakeholders can utilize the dataset to evaluate production performance, identify investment opportunities, analyze supply availability, and develop strategies for improving agricultural efficiency. The data also contributes to understanding Turkey’s role as a major cotton producer and supports sustainable farming initiatives, technological innovation, and long-term growth across the agricultural and textile industries.
- Indicator
- Cotton Production
- Country
- Turkey
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Turkey Cotton Production?
Definition – Cotton Production refers to the total quantity of cotton lint produced from harvested cotton crops within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of cotton cultivation, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of cotton farming to the textile and agricultural sectors. It is used to assess global cotton supply, production capacity, and the availability of raw materials for textile manufacturing. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What was Turkey Cotton Production in 2023?
Turkey Cotton Production was 777 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 23.6% on 2022.
How has Turkey Cotton Production changed between 2015 and 2023?
Turkey Cotton Production moved from 738 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 777 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+5.3%), an average of +0.6% a year. The series high was 1,018 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 656.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Turkey Cotton Production?
The highest value was 1,018 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 656.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What does the Turkey Cotton Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual production of cotton lint obtained from harvested cotton plants and recorded as primary agricultural output. It covers cotton produced for textile manufacturing, yarn production, industrial processing, and export markets. The figures represent harvested cotton quantities collected from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years. Excluded: The data excludes cotton fiber processing, yarn, fabrics, garments, and other finished textile products. It also excludes cottonseed production, cottonseed oil, cotton imports and exports, cultivated land area, cotton yield per hectare, and inventory changes. Post-harvest losses, informal or unrecorded cotton production not captured in official agricultural statistics, and synthetic fibers such as polyester, nylon, and other non-cotton textile materials are also excluded from this indicator.
Where does the Turkey Cotton Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?time=latest&overlay=download-data&Food=Cotton&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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