An economic report from ‘Iraqi News’ confirmed that Iraq leads Arab countries in barley production. The ranking covers the 2024-2025 season. The report cited data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This data shows the production volume of the strategic crop. Barley is an important component of the food security system.
Following Iraq in the rankings were Algeria, Syria, Morocco, and Tunisia. Libya, Egypt, Yemen, Lebanon, and Jordan were also listed. Production from Libyan fields reached approximately 100,000 tons. The report indicates a wide variance in Arab production. This is due to differing climates, agricultural policies, and water availability.