Syria's Wheat Production Surges to Over 3 Million Tons in 2026

Syria's wheat production has made a significant recovery in 2026, exceeding 3 million tons for the first time since the severe drought last year. Improved rainfall and the return of large agricultural areas in northeastern Syria have driven this growth, with wheat cultivated across approximately 1.4 million hectares.

The eastern governorates remain the main source of Syria's wheat production, with Hasakah accounting for around 37% of total output, followed by Raqqa and Aleppo at 18% each, while Deir Ezzor accounts for 11%. The return of large cultivated areas in these regions combined with favorable rainfall has contributed significantly to the increase in production.

The Syrian Grain Establishment has so far received over 2.7 million tons of wheat from farmers, exceeding its annual requirement of 2.55 million tons and indicating a stronger capacity for domestic production to cover national needs. The establishment is also rehabilitating and expanding storage facilities in several governorates to increase capacity and accommodate larger harvests in future seasons.