Global wheat consumption is climbing to record highs, according to the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). The 2024/25 season is expected to see both production and demand increase, led by strong harvests in Asia and Europe.

From Chinese fried rice to Senegalese jollof, rice features in almost every dish around the globe. Despite it being a staple in many countries, rice consumption levels differ across countries.

Oil remains the world’s most strategic commodity, and demand is heavily skewed toward a handful of nations. In 2025, the United States still tops the league, burning roughly 7.30 billion barrels of oil a year, while China comes in second at 5.53 billion barrels.

If you thought the birthplace place Italy or Brazil ate the most pizza, you should see how much Norway is consuming!

Whisky has long been associated with Scotland’s smoky single malts, Ireland’s smooth blends, and America’s bold bourbons. But recent global sales data reveals a quaky shift in consumption trends. India now leads the world in whisky sales, accounting for eight out of the ten top-selling brands by volume in million 9-litre cases.

Although meat remains a primary source of protein in many regions, seafood—including fish and other edible marine species—has steadily gained popularity as a widely consumed protein alternative.

The United States is still the world’s largest wine consumer, with an impressive 33.3 million hectolitres consumed annually.

From traditional recipes to modern culinary innovations, cheese has become a beloved food item globally.