The 2020 World Peanut Congress highlighted the growing global demand for peanuts, with a 15% increase in Europe in the last 5 years, despite the challenge of increasing competition from other crops. The coronavirus pandemic has not significantly affected peanut consumption, with some categories like peanut butter seeing an increase. However, the balance between supply and demand, particularly in the main human consumption markets, could be influenced by climatic conditions and the post-pandemic scenario.