Unshelled peanuts on top of a pile of shelled peanuts

The Country Responsible For The Largest Peanut Production

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By ELIAS NASH

Hands harvesting from a peanut plant
China leads the world in peanut production. According to the USDA Foreign Agriculture Service, the country accounts for 37% of the world's total peanut crop.
Spilled basket of peanuts beside shelled peanuts
In 2024, the nation's output was an absolutely stunning 19 million metric tonnes. Although China is not the peanut's native home, its hot and humid climate is a good match.
Asian stir-fry dish with chicken and peanuts
China's peanut production occurs almost entirely along the country's Eastern coast. The crop is a very popular ingredient in Chinese cooking and Southeast Asian cuisine in general.