Countries ranked by total corn and maize production in 2024, measured in millions of metric tons according to USDA WASDE data. The United States produces approximately 31% of the world's corn — most of it used for animal feed, ethanol fuel...
About: Countries by Corn (Maize) Production 2024
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Countries ranked by total corn and maize production in 2024, measured in millions of metric tons according to USDA WASDE data. The United States produces approximately 31% of the world's corn — most of it used for animal feed, ethanol fuel production, and industrial starch processing rather than direct human consumption. The US Corn Belt states of Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and Minnesota together produce more corn than most countries produce of any crop.
Key Findings
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United States leads with 389 in 2024.
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Average value in 2024: 121 · median: 45.
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Gap in 2024: United States is 24.3× larger than South Africa.
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Countries by Corn (Maize) Production 2024
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Data Points
8
8 categories
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1 year
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Top Value
389
United States
Corn Production (Million Metric Tons) · 2024
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Metrics
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Corn Production (Million Metric Tons)
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Period
2024
Single year snapshot
Category Rankings
Ranked by 2024 value · vs. 2024| # | Category | 2024 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | United States | 389 | 389 | +0% |
| 🥈 | China | 288 | 288 | +0% |
| 🥉 | Brazil | 127 | 127 | +0% |
| 4 | Argentina | 55 | 55 | +0% |
| 5 | India | 34 | 34 | +0% |
| 6 | Ukraine | 28 | 28 | +0% |
| 7 | Mexico | 27 | 27 | +0% |
| 8 | South Africa | 16 | 16 | +0% |
Statistical Summary — 2024
389
Maximum
16
Minimum
121
Average
45
Median
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