Where is vanilla produced?

Vanilla is produced in tropical regions around the world, with Madagascar being the largest producer, accounting for approximately 80% of the world's vanilla production. Other major vanilla-producing countries include Indonesia, Mexico, Tahiti, and Comoros. The vanilla orchid, from which vanilla beans are obtained, requires specific climatic conditions such as high humidity, consistent temperatures, and abundant rainfall for optimal growth and bean production. Vanilla cultivation involves intensive hand pollination of the orchid flowers and a lengthy curing process that results in the distinctive flavor and aroma of vanilla beans.