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Top Okra Producing States In India

by aditya abhishek

Introduction

Every year around 8,900,301 tonnes of okra is produced in the world. Generally it is cultivated for its tender & delicious pods, leaves, buds, and flowers.

Largest Producer

India is the largest producer of okra in the world. Around 5,507,000 tonnes of okra is produced in India every year on 485,000 hectares land. 

Other Producers

Nigeria is the second largest okra producing country with annual production of around 1,978,286 tonnes. It is followed by Sudan, Mali, Pakistan, etc. 

Gujarat

Gujarat is the largest okra producing state in India. In 2021, around 1,019,420 tonnes of okra were produced in Gujarat. 

West Bengal

West Bengal is the second largest okra producing state in India. In 2021, around 893,960 tonnes of okra were produced in West Bengal. 

Bihar

Bihar is the third largest okra producing state in India. In 2021, around 794,100 tonnes of okra were produced in Bihar. 

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is the fourth largest okra producing state in India. In 2021, around 754,090 tonnes of okra were produced in Madhya Pradesh. 

Orissa

Orissa is the fifth largest okra producing state in India. In 2021, around 662,640 tonnes of okra were produced in Orissa. 

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