Specialty Nuts (Pecans, Macadamias, Pine Nuts) Production by Country 2025
Other nuts (excluding wild edible nuts and groundnuts), in shell, n.e.c. production thrives across 68 countries with United States leading at 155,850 tonnes in 2023, projected to reach 151,074 tonnes by 2025. The global harvest of 1,117,354 tonnes in 2023 represents a 1.5% rise year-over-year. China follows with 141,766 tonnes, while Mexico produces 124,445 tonnes. This agricultural commodity plays vital roles in global food systems and economic development.
The United States leads with 155,850 tonnes in 2023 on the back of mature pecan orchards (Georgia, Texas) and expanding macadamia plantings (Hawaii, California). Premium pricing, long orchard cycles, and processing depth (snacks, nut oils, butters) define the value chain. WMA indicates ~151,074 tonnes by 2025. China (141,766 tonnes) and Mexico (124,445 tonnes) extend supply—China via pine/chestnut traditions, Mexico via pecan belts in Chihuahua/Coahuila. USA produces 156,000 tonnes, China 142,000 tonnes, and Mexico 124,000 tonnes. Category includes pecans, macadamias, pine nuts, and regional nuts. Premium pricing for specialty varieties. Processing creates nut oils and snacks. Premium nut markets are thriving as consumers seek healthy snacks and gourmet ingredients. Macadamias command $30-50/kg—highest fat content, buttery flavor. Pine nuts $40-80/kg due to labor-intensive harvest (pesto essential!). Pecans $10-20/kg (American pie tradition). Hazelnuts $8-15/kg (Nutella uses 25% of global supply!). USA produces 558,000 tonnes diverse nuts, China 141,000 tonnes. Wild-harvested nuts (Brazil nuts, pine nuts) face sustainability concerns. Organic and fair-trade certifications adding value. Nut butters, oils, and flours creating value-added markets. Other Nuts Excluding Wild Edible Nuts And Groundnu provides essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals supporting healthy diets worldwide. Culinary applications span diverse cuisines and cooking methods. Nut cultivation highly specialized—macadamias need tropical/subtropical climate (Hawaii, Australia), pecans temperate zones (USA), pine nuts from wild/semi-wild trees (labor-intensive cone harvest). Long maturation periods (5-10 years to bearing) require patient investment. Mechanical harvesting for some (pecans—tree shakers), hand-picking for others (pine nuts). Water-intensive crops facing sustainability challenges. Wild-harvested nuts (Brazil nuts, pine nuts) raise conservation concerns—overharvesting threatens forests. Organic and sustainable certifications growing in importance. Global markets for Other Nuts Excluding Wild Edible Nuts And Groundnu reflect supply-demand dynamics, price volatility, and trade patterns. Climate change and consumer trends influence production decisions. Production is projected to grow moderately through 2025, driven by population growth and changing dietary patterns. Sustainability and climate adaptation remain key challenges.🏆 United States's Market Leadership
Specialty Nuts (Pecans, Macadamias, Pine Nuts) Production by Country 2025
1
151,074
2
142,000
3
124,402
4
108,707
5
70,554
6
60,560
7
59,985
8
48,687
9
34,851
10
29,549
11
26,791
12
23,977
13
21,310
14
19,232
15
17,244
16
14,649
17
12,663
18
11,766
19
9,923
20
7,845
21
7,714
22
7,290
23
6,017
24
5,970
25
5,143
26
5,005
27
4,224
28
4,181
29
4,176
30
4,002
31
3,903
32
3,826
33
3,801
34
3,642
35
3,190
36
3,143
37
3,142
38
2,992
39
2,988
40
2,966
41
2,582
42
2,169
43
2,070
44
1,985
45
1,902
46
1,771
47
1,737
48
1,613
49
1,557
50
1,468
51
1,274
52
761
53
606
54
569
55
497
56
419
57
388
58
353
59
340
60
290
61
152
62
36
63
14
64
10
65
10
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Specialty Nuts (Pecans, Macadamias, Pine Nuts) Production by Country 2025
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1
125,300
134,450
156,030
143,790
147,970
155,850
151,074
2
140,935
144,216
140,903
142,018
142,379
141,766
142,000
3
126,723
123,052
124,484
124,753
124,096
124,445
124,402
4
108,200
109,955
108,055
108,737
108,916
108,569
108,707
5
51,880
55,000
58,800
66,209
69,085
73,174
70,554
6
57,675
59,315
61,913
58,044
60,540
61,578
60,560
7
61,442
60,503
59,129
60,358
59,997
59,828
59,985
8
44,014
42,289
43,048
49,276
48,772
48,400
48,687
9
33,928
34,408
34,895
34,634
34,801
34,968
34,851
10
30,059
29,265
29,559
29,628
29,484
29,557
29,549
11
20,044
19,686
20,627
31,711
26,890
24,763
26,791
12
23,993
23,857
24,051
23,967
23,958
23,992
23,977
13
8,280
13,150
14,360
16,740
19,890
23,990
21,310
14
18,474
18,610
19,021
18,994
19,177
19,360
19,232
15
16,427
17,362
17,453
17,081
17,299
17,277
17,244
16
14,425
14,760
14,653
14,613
14,675
14,647
14,649
17
12,130
10,569
11,072
11,991
13,310
12,545
12,663
18
7,954
8,354
9,372
9,899
11,561
12,636
11,766
19
6,580
9,460
9,800
10,900
9,210
9,960
9,923
20
7,998
7,809
7,816
7,874
7,833
7,841
7,845
21
7,686
7,774
7,685
7,715
7,725
7,708
7,714
22
7,278
7,297
7,289
7,288
7,291
7,289
7,290
23
5,975
6,094
5,981
6,017
6,030
6,009
6,017
24
5,896
5,896
5,927
5,938
5,962
5,986
5,970
25
5,080
5,179
5,141
5,087
5,127
5,176
5,143
26
4,656
4,935
4,932
5,071
4,979
4,994
5,005
27
0
3,850
4,140
4,100
4,330
4,210
4,224
28
4,148
4,098
4,080
4,269
4,149
4,166
4,181
29
3,271
3,780
3,950
4,019
4,210
4,218
4,176
30
1,671
1,730
4,300
4,200
4,138
3,841
4,002
31
3,887
3,928
3,892
3,903
3,908
3,901
3,903
32
3,860
3,779
3,845
3,828
3,818
3,830
3,826
33
5,865
5,000
4,542
3,610
3,017
4,348
3,801
34
3,525
3,649
3,639
3,634
3,648
3,640
3,642
35
3,259
3,158
3,188
3,202
3,183
3,191
3,190
36
3,215
3,112
3,139
3,155
3,135
3,143
3,143
37
3,190
3,186
3,167
3,155
3,145
3,135
3,142
38
2,906
2,945
2,994
3,004
2,981
2,993
2,992
39
2,929
2,976
3,016
2,974
2,989
2,993
2,988
40
2,953
2,996
2,951
2,967
2,971
2,963
2,966
41
2,565
2,621
2,562
2,583
2,589
2,578
2,582
42
2,115
2,123
2,175
2,158
2,167
2,175
2,169
43
2,500
1,866
2,054
2,140
2,020
2,071
2,070
44
1,975
2,007
1,973
1,985
1,989
1,982
1,985
45
1,862
1,895
1,921
1,893
1,903
1,905
1,902
46
1,094
1,099
2,421
2,300
1,610
1,656
1,771
47
1,720
1,762
1,727
1,736
1,742
1,735
1,737
48
1,403
1,503
1,603
1,503
1,703
1,603
1,613
49
1,559
1,561
1,560
1,553
1,556
1,559
1,557
50
1,392
1,378
1,481
1,488
1,449
1,472
1,468
51
1,301
1,276
1,282
1,268
1,275
1,275
1,274
52
760
751
768
760
759
762
761
53
533
577
580
584
595
621
606
54
572
570
568
570
569
569
569
55
487
507
495
496
499
497
497
56
422
423
425
417
418
420
419
57
382
390
389
387
388
388
388
58
352
353
352
352
352
353
353
59
333
338
344
338
340
341
340
60
289
293
288
290
290
290
290
61
150
155
151
152
153
152
152
62
34
34
34
36
36
36
36
63
16
14
14
14
14
14
14
64
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
65
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country produces the most specialty nuts in the world?
USA is the world's largest producer with 155,850 tonnes in 2023 (pecans, macadamias). China ranks second with 141,766 tonnes, Mexico third with 124,445 tonnes. Category includes pecans, macadamias, pine nuts commanding premium prices.
What unusual nuts are grown globally?
Beyond almonds/walnuts: macadamias (Hawaiian—buttery, expensive $30+/kg), pine nuts (pesto!—labor-intensive harvest), Brazil nuts (Amazon—selenium bombs), pecans (American pie classic), hazelnuts (Nutella!), and chestnuts (roasted—low fat nut). USA produces 558,659 tonnes diverse nuts. Each has unique profile—macadamias highest fat, chestnuts lowest. Many wild-harvested (Brazil nuts, pine nuts)—sustainability concerns.
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Updated: 13.11.2025https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/QCL
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