This statistic shows the major nations to which the U.S. exported rice (milled basis) in 2020. Some 616,179 metric tons were exported to Mexico that year. Thus, Mexico was ranked first among the most important destinations for U.S. rice exports in 2020.

United States Exports of rice to China was US$92 Thousand during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of rice to China - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on June of 2025.

This statistic shows the total volume of rice exported from the United States from 2013/2014 to 2023/2024. During the trade year 2016/17, rice exports from the U.S. amounted to about 2.95 million metric tons and decreased to about 2.3 million metric tons by 2022/2023.

India had the highest export volume of rice worldwide, at 22 million metric tons as of 2024/2025. Thailand was the second largest rice exporter, with about 7.5 million metric tons of rice worldwide in that year. Global rice supply In the last few years, the global rice supply amounted to over 700 million metric tons of milled equivalent each year. The production of milled rice was projected to amount to almost 503 million metric tons worldwide in 2023. Among the many varieties of rice, U.S. California medium-grain rice had the highest export price and India 25% rice the lowest average export price per ton in 2022. Global rice consumption Between 2008 and 2022, global rice consumption increased by over 80 million metric tons, from 437 million metric tons to around 520 million metric tons. In 2022/2023, the top three countries for rice consumption were China, India, and Bangladesh. That year, about 155 million metric tons of rice were consumed in China.

China Exports of rice to United States was US$40.32 Million during 2023, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. China Exports of rice to United States - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

United States Exports of rice to Japan was US$295.72 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of rice to Japan - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

Arkansas was the top producer of rice in the United States, generating about 109 million centum weight of rice in 2024. California came in second with 39.6 million centum weight of rice in that year. Rice trade with the U.S. The United States exports a large volume of rice every year. In 2022/2023, 2.25 million metric tons of rice was exported overseas from the United States. Mexico was the leading destination for U.S. rice exports, with just about 616 thousand metric tons of rice imports in 2020. Haiti and Japan were also major destinations for U.S.-grown rice. Global rice consumption The top three consumers of rice in the world are China, India, and Bangladesh. As an inexpensive and versatile grain, rice has become more popular over the last decade worldwide. In the 2008/2009 trade year, 437.18 million metric tons of rice were consumed worldwide, and by 2021/2022 that figure had increased to about 519.9 million metric tons of rice. In the United States, rice consumption has fluctuated over the last several years but has since leveled out at around 4.6 million metric tons.

Ukraine Exports of rice to United States was US$107.2 Thousand during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Ukraine Exports of rice to United States - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

India Exports of rice to United States was US$380.5 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. India Exports of rice to United States - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

United States Exports of rice to Singapore was US$1.41 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of rice to Singapore - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

U.S. Wheat and Rice Export Prices: 41 years of historical data from 1984 to 2025.

In 2015, United States exports on the rice market totaled 1.39 billion USD, 4% over the previous year. From 2007 to 2015, the U.S. milled rice exports showed mixed dynamics. After a surge during the period from 2007 to 2009, U.S. exports displayed a downward trend. There was an annual decrease of -1.1% between 2009 and 2014.

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In 2022, U.S. exports of rice to the UAE amounted to just over ************ metric tones. This marked a significant decrease compared to **** thousand metric tones exported to the Emirates in the previous year.

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The South America Rice Market report segments the industry into Geography (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Rest of South America). The report includes Production Analysis, Consumption Analysis by Value and Volume, Import Analysis by Value and Volume, Export Analysis by Value and Volume, and Wholesale Price Trend Analysis. Get five years of historical data and forecasts.

United States Exports of rice to Philippines was US$49.52 Thousand during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of rice to Philippines - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on June of 2025.

United States Long Term Projections: Long-Grain Rice: Exports data was reported at 77.000 cwt mn in 2034. This stayed constant from the previous number of 77.000 cwt mn for 2033. United States Long Term Projections: Long-Grain Rice: Exports data is updated yearly, averaging 77.000 cwt mn from Dec 2022 (Median) to 2034, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 77.000 cwt mn in 2034 and a record low of 49.800 cwt mn in 2022. United States Long Term Projections: Long-Grain Rice: Exports data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by U.S. Department of Agriculture. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RI009: Agricultural Projections: Rice.

Myanmar Rice Exports: United States data was reported at 0.440 USD mn in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.000 USD mn for 2016. Myanmar Rice Exports: United States data is updated yearly, averaging 0.000 USD mn from Mar 1986 (Median) to 2017, with 21 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 25.930 USD mn in 2003 and a record low of 0.000 USD mn in 2016. Myanmar Rice Exports: United States data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Statistical Organization. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Myanmar – Table MM.JA006: Exports: Rice.

The China Rice Industry size was valued at USD 6.9 Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 7.1 Million by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 2.70 % during the forecast periods. Key factors driving this growth include the benefits of hybrid seeds, government initiatives, rising food security concerns, and technological advancements. Hybrid seeds offer higher yields, resistance to pests and diseases, and improved nutritional content. The Chinese government has also implemented initiatives to promote rice production, such as subsidies and technical assistance. Rising food security concerns have led to increased demand for rice, while technological advancements have improved production efficiency. Major players in the hybrid rice seed market include Yuan Longping Hi-Tech Agriculture, Hangzhou Wufeng Hi-Tech Seeds, and Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group. Recent developments include: March 2022: Prices of rice exported from Vietnam rose as trade routes to China reopened, with some traders betting on additional demand from buyers looking for alternate sources due to the Russia-Ukraine crisis., January 2020: A trade agreement was signed by China and the United States, where China agreed to establish a 5,320,000 metric ton tariff-rate quota for rice. This gives the US rice farmers access to the Chinese market, and it is predicted that in the future, US rice exports to China will total USD 300 million annually.. Key drivers for this market are: Rising Consumption of Cashew Nuts in the Country, Favorable Government Initiatives. Potential restraints include: Hazardous Climatic Condition Hinders Cashew Production, Stringent Regulations Related to Food Quality Standards. Notable trends are: Various Measures are adopted to enhance the Rice Production.