Which Country is Growing the Most Corn in 2025? Let’s Take a Look.
Corn is more than just food. It’s a key part of global agriculture. Whether it’s showing up in your popcorn bowl, feeding cattle, or being turned into fuel—this crop is working behind the scenes in more ways than we often realize.
But not all corn is the same. So before we jump into the biggest corn-growing countries this year, let’s clear up the two types you’ll hear about.
What’s the Difference Between Corn and Green Corn?
Regular corn, sometimes just called maize, is the dry, fully grown version. It’s mostly used to feed animals, make industrial products, or get processed into food. It’s grown on a massive scale—over 1.16 billion tonnes are harvested each year worldwide.
On the other hand, green corn (also known as sweet corn) is the softer, juicier variety we eat fresh. Think of corn on the cob or kernels in your salad. This kind is picked before it fully matures and is much smaller in global production—just around 9.86 million tonnes a year.
The U.S. Leads the Way in Corn Production
The United States has long been the global leader when it comes to corn, and that hasn’t changed in 2025. Farmers across the country grow an enormous 348.7 million tonnes each year.
The reasons are clear: the U.S. has huge farmlands, advanced machinery, and efficient systems for planting, harvesting, and transporting crops. Corn in the U.S. isn’t just for food either—it’s used to make animal feed, ethanol fuel, and even items like plastics and syrups.
China’s Not Far Behind
Next up is China, producing about 277.2 million tonnes a year. Corn is a big deal there, especially for feeding livestock and being part of everyday food products.
In recent years, China has focused heavily on improving its farming practices—investing in technology and research to grow more corn from the same amount of land. That’s helped the country stay strong in both food supply and industry.
Brazil Is Growing for the World
Brazil ranks third, with a total corn output of 109.4 million tonnes annually. Unlike countries that grow mostly for themselves, a big chunk of Brazil’s corn ends up overseas. It’s one of the largest corn exporters in the world.
With ideal weather and massive fields, Brazil’s farms can produce corn in large volumes. It’s mainly used for animal feed and biofuel, both locally and internationally.
Argentina Rides High on Exports
Argentina may produce less than the top three, but with 59 million tonnes each year, it’s still a major player. Most of that corn is grown for export, which means it brings in valuable income for the country.
Good climate and rich farmland make it possible for Argentina to grow high-quality corn in large amounts. For many farmers, it’s one of the top cash crops.
Wrapping It Up
So, who’s on top? The U.S. still holds the crown, but China, Brazil, Argentina, and India all play big roles in feeding the world—and fueling it too.
Corn isn’t just a crop. It’s part of daily life, the global economy, and the future of farming.
Adapted for www.shiportrade.com
Source : World O Stats.
