Latvia leads the world in rye exports per capita in 2024
Latvia ranked as the world's top rye exporter per capita in 2024. The figure highlights the importance of grain farming and food production for the country's export economy.
According to data for 2024, Latvia was the absolute world leader in rye exports when measured per capita. This means that no other country in the world exported more rye relative to its population than Latvia did.
Rye has traditionally been one of the most important grain crops in Latvia, used to produce popular food products such as rye bread and related items, including rye bread croutons, which are known both domestically and internationally.
The high export figure underscores the competitiveness of Latvia's agriculture and food production sector and its role in the country's foreign trade structure. Rye cultivation and processing have historically been closely tied to Latvia's rural economy and food traditions.
