In 2024 India produced about 977 thousand tonnes of yams from 39,000 hectares, an average yield of 25,051 kg per hectare. That is up 340% on ten years earlier. Yield per hectare has fallen 44% over the same period. The highest output on record was in 2022 (1,040 thousand tonnes).
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India against the world
Among the 6 countries that each grow at least 1% of the world's yams, India ranks 1 of 6 for yield in 2024, at 25,051 kg per hectare. The world average is 8,449 kg per hectare. India leads at 25,051 kg per hectare.
| # | Country | Yield (kg/ha) | Share of world output |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 25,051 | 1.1% |
| 2 | Ghana | 18,849 | 10.9% |
| 3 | Benin | 16,021 | 3.6% |
| 4 | Togo | 8,976 | 1.1% |
| 5 | Nigeria | 8,149 | 70.7% |
| 6 | Côte d'Ivoire | 5,113 | 8.3% |
How does your yams 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.