*Figures are estimates based on surveys covering major producing prefectures. Figures prior to 2017 come from previous reporting. Source does not state exact date, only month of release. Values have been rounded.
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Japanese apricot production volume Japan 2012-2021
In 2021, the production volume of apricots in Japan reached around 105 thousand metric tons, an increase compared to around 71 thousand metric tons in the previous year. Figures peaked in 2013 when close to 124 thousand tons of apricots were produced. Japanese apricots are commonly used to make plum wine, so-called umeshu. Pickled fruits, known as umeboshi, are another popular way to consume Japanese apricots.
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MAFF. "Production Volume of Japanese Apricot (Ume) in Japan from 2012 to 2021 (in 1,000 Metric Tons)." ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc., 1 Feb 2024, /statistics/951163/japan-apricot-ume-production-volume/
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