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Top Pomegranates Producing States In India

by aditya abhishek

Introduction

Pomegranates regarded as one of the most ancient fruit crops originated in Persia and is now cultivated in more than 50 countries.

India

India is not only the largest producer but it is also the world's largest exporter of pomegranates in the world. 

Maharashtra

Maharashtra is the largest producer of pomegranate in India. It accounts for 54.85% of the total production which is around 1,763,990 tonnes. 

Gujarat

Gujarat is the second largest producer of pomegranate in India. It accounts for 21.28% of the total production which is around 684,320 tonnes. 

Karnataka

Karnataka is the third largest producer of pomegranate in India. It accounts for 9.51% of the total production which is around 305,720 tonnes. 

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh is the fourth largest producer of pomegranate in India. It accounts for 8.82% of the total production which is around 283,540 tonnes. 

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is the fifth largest producer of pomegranate in India. It accounts for 2.34% of the total production which is around 75,160 tonnes. 

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