Analysis of global barley production according to the statistical data of the food and agricultural organization of the United Nations

Background.The study provides an analytical review of world barley production dynamics from 1992 to 2022 based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Purpose –identifying development trends in the global barley production market and understanding the role of the Russian Federation in this market. Materials and methods. The empirical basis of the study was statistical data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The theoretical basis of the study was the works of famous Russian and foreign scientists directly affecting various aspects of global barley production. The methodological basis of the study was the following methods: comparison, time analysis, systematization of data. Results. The reduction in barley production volumes on the world market for the period under review was 3%. The harvested area of ​​barley has decreased by more than 30% over the past 30 years. The leading countries in barley production today are: the Russian Federation, Australia, France, Germany. Conclusion.Over the past 30 years, global barley production volumes have remained virtually unchanged. Countries that were producing the crop in 1992 continue to do so today. Australia and Argentina are seeing significant increases in production volumes and areas of cultivation.