Specialty Stone Fruits (Jujubes, Cornelian Cherries, Regional Stone Fruits) Production by Country 2025
Other stone fruits production thrives across 32 countries with Iran leading at 167,622 tonnes in 2023, projected to reach 165,399 tonnes by 2025. Combined global production hit 586,782 tonnes in 2023, advancing 0.4% from the previous year. China follows with 158,947 tonnes, while Uzbekistan produces 71,653 tonnes. This agricultural commodity plays vital roles in global food systems and economic development.
Iran leads âother stone fruitsâ at 167,622 tonnes in 2023, underpinned by apricotârich provinces (East/West Azerbaijan, Khorasan) and traditional drying/processing chains. Volumes normalize toward 165,399 tonnes by 2025 on WMA. Chinaâs 158,947 tonnes and Uzbekistanâs 71,653 tonnes reflect diversified Prunus portfoliosâfresh and dried channels that cushion seasonal shocks in this premium, shortâwindow segment. Iran produces 168,000 tonnes, China 159,000 tonnes, and Uzbekistan 72,000 tonnes. Category includes jujubes, cornelian cherries, and regional stone fruits. Traditional varieties in local markets. Processing creates dried fruits and traditional products. Stone fruit markets are seasonal and premium-priced due to short harvest windows and delicate handling requirements. Apricots command $3-6/kg fresh, $10-20/kg dried (Turkey dominates dried market). Cherries fetch $5-15/kgâsweet for fresh eating, sour for processing. Hybrid fruits (pluots, apriums) sell at premium ($6-10/kg) in specialty markets. China produces 2.5 million tonnes diverse stone fruits, Iran 167,000 tonnes. Export markets challenging due to perishabilityâair freight required for premium fresh fruit. Dried and frozen products create year-round markets. Other Stone Fruits provides essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals supporting healthy diets worldwide. Culinary applications span diverse cuisines and cooking methods. Stone fruit cultivation requires temperate climates with winter chillâapricots tolerate cold, cherries need specific chill hours. Trees grafted onto rootstocks for disease resistance. Hand-harvesting essential for delicate fruits. Multiple pickings as fruits ripen unevenly. Drying apricots (Turkey, Iran) creates value-added products. Cherry cultivation challengingâbirds, rain-induced cracking, short harvest window. Hybrid fruits (pluots, apriums) require specialized breeding programs. Organic production growing. Climate change affecting bloom timing and chill hour requirementsâlate frosts damaging crops, shifting production zones. Global markets for Other Stone Fruits 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.đ Iran's Market Leadership
Specialty Stone Fruits (Jujubes, Cornelian Cherries, Regional Stone Fruits) Production by Country 2025
1
165,399
2
158,895
3
71,633
4
49,230
5
29,823
6
16,558
7
13,210
8
12,869
9
12,590
10
11,772
11
7,130
12
7,096
13
6,075
14
5,600
15
2,492
16
2,367
17
2,309
18
2,052
19
1,146
20
1,141
21
800
22
512
23
501
24
318
25
293
26
83
27
30
28
23
29
5
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Specialty Stone Fruits (Jujubes, Cornelian Cherries, Regional Stone Fruits) Production by Country 2025
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1
160,686
156,242
157,746
161,337
164,403
167,622
165,399
2
162,044
157,106
158,978
159,376
158,487
158,947
158,895
3
72,731
70,996
71,672
71,800
71,489
71,653
71,633
4
48,204
48,485
50,085
48,925
49,165
49,392
49,230
5
26,345
29,620
26,534
28,736
29,714
30,323
29,823
6
5,219
5,101
5,279
5,808
19,901
18,852
16,558
7
11,800
8,000
14,000
11,500
13,700
13,600
13,210
8
13,440
14,220
12,230
13,270
13,000
12,630
12,869
9
12,248
12,395
12,595
12,646
12,545
12,595
12,590
10
15,037
11,806
11,710
11,476
11,222
12,221
11,772
11
12,030
10,210
10,550
8,780
7,880
6,020
7,130
12
7,082
7,066
7,121
7,090
7,092
7,101
7,096
13
0
0
6,070
6,120
6,170
6,000
6,075
14
5,600
5,600
5,600
5,600
5,600
5,600
5,600
15
2,790
3,430
2,650
2,890
2,530
2,310
2,492
16
2,406
2,347
2,366
2,373
2,362
2,367
2,367
17
2,313
2,294
2,318
2,309
2,307
2,311
2,309
18
2,111
2,056
2,049
2,052
2,052
2,051
2,052
19
1,116
1,127
1,148
1,151
1,142
1,147
1,146
20
520
500
1,070
1,210
1,030
1,180
1,141
21
0
0
0
0
1,000
1,000
800
22
910
500
500
520
510
510
512
23
1,930
1,560
2,220
620
340
550
501
24
319
318
318
318
318
318
318
25
360
320
370
310
270
300
293
26
79
80
82
83
83
82
83
27
0
0
0
10
10
50
30
28
0
10
10
0
10
40
23
29
0
0
0
0
0
10
5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country produces the most minor stone fruits in the world?
Iran is the world's largest producer with 167,622 tonnes in 2023. China ranks second with 158,947 tonnes, Uzbekistan third with 71,653 tonnes. Category includes jujubes, cornelian cherries, and regional stone fruits for local markets.
What stone fruits exist beyond peaches and plums?
Apricots, cherries, nectarines (smooth peaches), and hybrids like pluots (plum-apricot), apriums, peacotums! All Prunus genusâsingle hard pit (stone). China produces 2.5 million tonnes. Apricots dried extensively (Turkey famous). Cherriesâsweet (fresh eating) vs. sour (cooking/juice). Stone fruits are climacteric (ripen after picking) except cherries. Short season, delicateâpremium prices for perfect specimens.
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Updated: 13.11.2025https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/QCL
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