Lower over the period
UAE Almond Production moved from 0.937 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.314 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−66.5%), an average of −11.4% a year. The series high was 1.34 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 0.135 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
What UAE Almond Production shows
UAE Almond Production was 0.314 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 90.4% on 2023. United Arab Emirates Almond Production (2015–2024): The United Arab Emirates recorded relatively small almond production throughout the 2015–2024 period, with annual output fluctuating significantly due to climatic limitations and the country's arid environment. Production ranged from approximately 135 tonnes to 1,337 tonnes, reflecting variations in cultivation conditions and agricultural output.
A 89.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2021) is 1.20 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +126.5% in 2017.
Ranks 30 of 31 countries covered
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, UAE ranks 30 for 2024, behind U.S. (2,000 Thousand Tonnes) and Australia (370 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
UAE Almond 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.314 | +90.4% |
| 2023 | 0.165 | +21.3% |
| 2022 | 0.136 | +0.7% |
| 2021 Trough | 0.135 | −69.3% |
| 2020 | 0.440 | −67.1% |
| 2019Peak | 1.34 | +91% |
| 2018 | 0.700 | −40.3% |
| 2017 | 1.17 | +126.5% |
| 2016 | 0.518 | −44.7% |
| 2015 | 0.937 | — |
Regional context
How UAE compares in Asia
Almond Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. UAE is highlighted.
1Turkey200
2Iran132.1
3Afghanistan69.32
4Syria60.83
5China48.00
6Uzbekistan29.48
7Pakistan16.76
15UAE0.314
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
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.
About this indicator
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.
Production reached its highest level in 2019, before declining sharply during subsequent years and recovering modestly to around 314 tonnes in 2024. Almond cultivation in the UAE is limited by scarce water resources, extremely high summer temperatures, and limited areas suitable for commercial orchard production. Production is therefore concentrated in selected irrigated agricultural areas utilizing advanced irrigation technologies and modern cultivation methods. Government initiatives promoting sustainable agriculture, efficient water use, greenhouse technologies, and precision farming have supported limited expansion of horticultural production despite environmental constraints. Domestic demand for almonds is largely satisfied through imports, with local production contributing only a small share of national consumption. Nevertheless, continued interest in food security and agricultural diversification has encouraged investment in high-value crops where economically viable. Annual production remains highly sensitive to irrigation availability, climatic conditions, and cultivated area. Overall, the production trend reflects the challenges associated with almond cultivation under desert conditions while demonstrating the potential benefits of technological innovation. Continued adoption of water-efficient irrigation systems, climate-controlled agriculture, improved varieties, and sustainable farming practices may help maintain stable production levels and support gradual development of the UAE's domestic almond sector.
- Indicator
- Almond Production
- Country
- UAE
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is UAE 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.
What was UAE Almond Production in 2024?
UAE Almond Production was 0.314 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 90.4% on 2023.
How has UAE Almond Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
UAE Almond Production moved from 0.937 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.314 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−66.5%), an average of −11.4% a year. The series high was 1.34 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 0.135 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest UAE Almond Production?
The highest value was 1.34 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the lowest was 0.135 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
What does the UAE Almond Production data include and exclude?
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.
Where does the UAE Almond Production data come from?
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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