In 2024 India produced about 12,345 tonnes of almonds, in shell from 9,680 hectares, an average yield of 1,275 kg per hectare. That is down 5% on ten years earlier. Yield per hectare has risen 106% over the same period. The highest output on record was in 2011 (14,000 tonnes).
Production
Area harvested
Yield
India against the world
The world average is 1,646 kg per hectare. Australia leads at 6,107 kg per hectare.
| # | Country | Yield (kg/ha) | Share of world output |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 6,107 | 9.4% |
| 2 | Chile | 5,523 | 1.2% |
| 3 | China, mainland | 4,602 | 1.2% |
| 4 | United States of America | 3,582 | 50.6% |
| 5 | Türkiye | 2,589 | 5.1% |
| 6 | Iran (Islamic Republic of) | 2,292 | 3.3% |
| 7 | Algeria | 1,855 | 1.7% |
| 8 | Afghanistan | 1,742 | 1.8% |
| 9 | Italy | 1,404 | 1.9% |
| 10 | Portugal | 1,230 | 2.3% |
| 11 | Syrian Arab Republic | 854 | 1.5% |
| 12 | Morocco | 664 | 4.1% |
| 13 | Spain | 483 | 9.4% |
| 14 | Tunisia | 357 | 1.8% |
How does your almonds, in shell yield compare?
Averages are national figures and depend on irrigation, variety and season. Your own field can be well above or below them.
Source: FAO, FAOSTAT crops and livestock products (CC BY 4.0). National totals for India, including FAO estimates; they can differ from Indian ministry releases.