Kuwait’s agricultural output hits record 220,700 tons
. . . a steady increase in output and production diversity, yet persistent economic pressures limit revenue growth
Kuwait’s agricultural sector produced approximately 220,700 tons of vegetables, fruits, and leafy greens during the first nine months of 2025, marking a 10 percent increase over the same period last year.
The output, spread across 79 varieties, was valued at 23.9 million dinars, up 6.7 percent from 22.4 million dinars in 2024, according to the General Administration of Statistics.
Cucumbers led production with around 33,250 tons valued at 6.32 million dinars, reflecting a 41 percent increase and accounting for more than a quarter of total output.
Tomatoes followed with 58,104 tons worth 5.4 million dinars, while peppers, eggplants, and potatoes accounted for 11.5, 10.7, and 6.8 percent of production, respectively.
Together, these five crops represented nearly 60 percent of the total quantity and 78 percent of the total value of agricultural products. Other vegetables such as lettuce, squash, okra, cauliflower, zucchini, cowpeas, beans, coriander, dry onions, corn, and cabbage contributed smaller shares to overall production.
Despite the growth in quantities, the sector faced challenges that affected overall profitability. Production value declined sharply in the second and third quarters, falling to 9.06 million and 4.9 million dinars, respectively.
Analysts attributed this decline to a surplus of certain crops, particularly cucumbers and eggplants, which drove prices down, as well as high costs of inputs such as energy and fertilizers. The concentration of production around a few key crops also highlighted a lack of diversification, with many farmers favoring varieties that are easier to market.
The data underscores a dual trend in Kuwait’s agricultural sector: a steady increase in output and production diversity, yet persistent economic pressures that limit revenue growth.
Officials note that addressing pricing volatility, supporting cost-effective production methods, and promoting crop diversification will be critical for ensuring the sector’s sustainable development.
