Kuwait’s total agricultural production reached approximately 285.3 thousand tons in 2025, valued at around 32.57 million Kuwaiti dinars, according to data released by the Central Statistical Administration. The output included nearly 79 varieties of vegetables, fruits, and leafy greens.

The data indicated that production volumes increased by 12.5 percent compared with 253.7 thousand tons in 2024. However, the total value of production recorded a slight decline of about 1.3 percent, down from 33 million dinars in 2024, reflecting lower prices for some crops despite higher output.

During the first half of 2025, Kuwait produced about 220.7 thousand tons of agricultural products worth 23.9 million dinars. The fourth quarter alone contributed approximately 64.6 thousand tons valued at 8.66 million dinars, reports Al-Rai daily

Major Crops

Tomatoes topped the list of the most produced crops in 2025, reaching 77.3 thousand tons with a value of about 7.97 million dinars, compared with 81.6 thousand tons in 2024. Cucumbers ranked second with 46.8 thousand tons valued at 7.88 million dinars, down from 53.5 thousand tons in the previous year.

Other key crops included:

• Eggplant: about 22.9 thousand tons worth 3.26 million dinars
• Peppers: about 14.3 thousand tons valued at 3.72 million dinars
• Potatoes: about 14 thousand tons worth 1.73 million dinars

These five crops — tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants, peppers, and potatoes — accounted for nearly 75 percent of the total value of agricultural production, indicating the sector’s continued reliance on a limited number of primary crops.

Secondary Crops

Production of several secondary crops also remained steady. Lettuce production reached about 14,200 tons valued at 1.3 million dinars, compared with 14,480 tons in 2024. Butternut squash recorded 8,190 tons worth 838,000 dinars, while cauliflower reached 5,790 tons valued at 744,000 dinars.

Other crops included:

• Zucchini: 3,790 tons worth 685,000 dinars
• Okra: 1,470 tons worth 659,000 dinars

Leafy Greens and Legumes

Leafy greens and legumes accounted for smaller production volumes. Output included 1,960 tons of coriander valued at 247,000 dinars and 2,690 tons of parsley worth 326,000 dinars.

Among legumes and grains:

• Beans: 1,330 tons worth 411,000 dinars
• Cowpeas: 995 tons worth 430,000 dinars
• Corn: about 3,000 tons valued at 509,000 dinars

Sector Challenges

Despite the growth in production volumes, the agricultural sector continues to face several challenges. These include oversupply of seasonal crops such as tomatoes and cucumbers, which contributes to price declines, as well as rising production costs linked to energy, fertilizers, and labor.

The data also highlights limited crop diversification relative to local market demand.

Food Security Efforts

Nevertheless, the increase in production reflects the continued expansion of local agriculture, supported by the use of greenhouses and modern farming technologies, as part of Kuwait’s broader efforts to strengthen food security.

Quarterly Production in 2025

• First quarter: 74.6 thousand tons valued at 10.35 million dinars
• Second quarter: 118.6 thousand tons worth 9.06 million dinars
• Third quarter: 27.5 thousand tons worth 4.9 million dinars
• Fourth quarter: 64.6 thousand tons valued at 8.66 million dinars