Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content.
Afghanistan Linseed Production was 27.82 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 4.1% on 2023. Afghanistan’s linseed production sector showed substantial fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in agricultural conditions, cultivation practices, economic factors, and overall developments within the country’s farming sector.
Afghanistan Linseed Production moved from 2.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 27.82 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+960.9%), an average of +30% a year. The series high was 55.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 0.218 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2016) is 54.78 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +9415% in 2017.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Afghanistan ranks 10 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.9% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.82 | −4.1% |
| 2023 | 29.00 | +1.5% |
| 2022 | 28.58 | −8.3% |
| 2021 | 31.17 | −8.9% |
| 2020 | 34.22 | −37.8% |
| 2019Peak | 55.00 | +54.9% |
| 2018 | 35.50 | +70.8% |
| 2017 | 20.79 | +9,415% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.219 | −91.7% |
| 2015 | 2.62 | — |
Regional context
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Afghanistan is highlighted.
Data definition
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
According to the available production data, linseed output increased significantly from approximately 2.62 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 27.82 thousand tonnes in 2024, indicating considerable growth in production capacity over the decade. The expansion of linseed cultivation was influenced by increased agricultural activity, changing market opportunities, and the crop’s suitability in certain farming regions. Linseed, also known as flaxseed, contributes to Afghanistan’s agricultural diversification and provides valuable raw materials for edible oils, nutritional products, traditional uses, animal feed, and industrial applications. The country’s agricultural sector relies heavily on farming communities, traditional cultivation knowledge, and available natural resources, which support the production of various crops including oilseeds. However, linseed production remains affected by challenges such as limited access to modern agricultural technologies, infrastructure constraints, climate variability, water availability issues, and economic uncertainties. Improvements in farming practices, access to quality seeds, better irrigation systems, and stronger agricultural support programs could help enhance productivity and production stability. Growing global demand for natural oils, healthy food ingredients, and plant-based products creates potential opportunities for Afghanistan to further develop its linseed industry. Expanding local processing capabilities and improving market connectivity could also increase the economic value generated from linseed cultivation. Overall, Afghanistan’s linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects an emerging agricultural activity with notable growth potential. Future development depends on improving agricultural infrastructure, supporting farmers through better resources and technology, strengthening value chains, and increasing the commercial utilization of linseed products within domestic and international markets.
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Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Afghanistan Linseed Production was 27.82 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 4.1% on 2023.
Afghanistan Linseed Production moved from 2.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 27.82 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+960.9%), an average of +30% a year. The series high was 55.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 0.218 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The highest value was 55.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the lowest was 0.218 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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