Oranges, abundant in antioxidants, bolster heart health. They aid weight loss and lower the risk of chronic illnesses such as cancer and diabetes, making them a nutritious addition to any diet.
Brazil, with its significant margin, is the world's top orange producer. In 2022-23, it harvested 16.75 million metric tons, nearly 35% of global production.
In 2022, India harvested 10.2 million tonnes of oranges, primarily mandarins, prized for sweetness and easy peeling. Nagpur, Maharashtra, is renowned for its juicy, pulpy oranges.
China yielded 7.6 million metric tons of oranges from warm, humid southern provinces like Jiangxi, Sichuan, Hunan, and Chongqing. Jiangxi is the largest sweet orange producer in China.
Mexico's orange production varies yearly; in 2022, it was expected to reach around 4.2 million metric tons (MMT). About 40% is used for orange juice, with the remainder enjoyed fresh.
The United States stands as one of the leading orange-producing countries globally. It maintains significant production, approximately 2.5 million tons in 2023.