Lower over the period
Africa Grapes Production per Capita moved from 11.01 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.56 Kilogram in 2024 (−22.3%), an average of −2.8% a year. The series high was 11.01 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 8.51 Kilogram in 2020.
What Africa Grapes Production per Capita shows
Africa Grapes Production per Capita was 8.56 Kilogram in 2024, down 4.1% on 2023. Africa grapes production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a gradually declining production trend, reflecting climatic variability, water availability challenges, evolving cultivation practices, and changing agricultural priorities across the region. Validated Our World in Data data shows grapes production per capita declined from 11.01 kilograms in 2015 to 8.56 kilograms in 2024.
A 22.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2020) is 2.49 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −9.1% in 2020.
South Africa leads the region
Within Africa, South Africa has the highest value in 2024 at 29.23 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Grapes Production per Capita by country, 2024
Kilogram. Sort by any column, or search for a country.
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Kilogram↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 29.23 | −6.4% | |
| 2 | Egypt | 14.55 | −2.8% |
By region
Grapes Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Africa Grapes Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.56 | −4.1% |
| 2023 | 8.92 | −5.3% |
| 2022 | 9.42 | +4% |
| 2021 | 9.06 | +6.4% |
| 2020 Trough | 8.51 | −9.1% |
| 2019 | 9.37 | −2.3% |
| 2018 | 9.58 | −6.3% |
| 2017 | 10.23 | −3% |
| 2016 | 10.55 | −4.2% |
| 2015Peak | 11.01 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Grapes Production per Capita — Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The data includes the total production of grapes from agricultural activities within each country, converted into a per capita measure using the corresponding population estimates. It covers grapes produced for all major uses, including fresh consumption, processing into wine, juice, raisins, and other grape-based products, as classified under agricultural production statistics. The indicator includes annual production values reported for each country and year, adjusted by population to enable cross-country comparison.
The data excludes grape imports, exports, domestic consumption levels, and trade-related activities. It does not represent the amount of grapes available for consumers, as production may be used for processing, storage, animal feed, losses, or industrial purposes. The indicator also excludes production of other fruits and crops outside grapes and does not measure yield efficiency, cultivated area, farmer income, or market value. Differences may occur due to estimation methods, reporting gaps, or revisions in agricultural and population statistics.
About this indicator
Grapes Production per Capita — Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Production remained relatively stable during the early years, gradually decreasing from 11.01 kilograms in 2015 to 9.58 kilograms in 2018, supported by established vineyard cultivation, favorable export demand, and consistent production for fresh fruit, wine, and raisin markets. Continued improvements in irrigation and vineyard management also helped maintain production despite seasonal weather fluctuations.
The downward trend continued after 2018, with production per capita declining to 9.37 kilograms in 2019 and 8.51 kilograms in 2020. This moderation reflected the effects of prolonged droughts, irregular rainfall, water resource constraints, and pandemic-related disruptions affecting labor availability, harvesting activities, and agricultural supply chains. Nevertheless, producers continued adopting improved cultivation methods and efficient irrigation systems to sustain productivity.
Production recovered modestly to 9.06 kilograms in 2021 and 9.42 kilograms in 2022 as agricultural operations normalized and weather conditions improved in several producing areas. However, output moderated again to 8.92 kilograms in 2023 and 8.56 kilograms in 2024, reflecting persistent climate-related pressures, changing land-use priorities, and continued resource constraints. Despite these challenges, Africa remains an important regional producer supported by expanding export opportunities and ongoing productivity improvements.
Overall, the dataset highlights the gradual moderation in Africa's grapes production per capita while demonstrating the resilience of the regional grape industry. It is valuable for analyzing production trends, benchmarking vineyard productivity, forecasting future grape supply, and evaluating the impact of climatic conditions, production efficiency, and evolving agricultural practices on grape production across Africa.
- Indicator
- Grapes Production per Capita
- Region
- Africa
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Africa Grapes Production per Capita?
Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What was Africa Grapes Production per Capita in 2024?
Africa Grapes Production per Capita was 8.56 Kilogram in 2024, down 4.1% on 2023.
How has Africa Grapes Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Africa Grapes Production per Capita moved from 11.01 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.56 Kilogram in 2024 (−22.3%), an average of −2.8% a year. The series high was 11.01 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 8.51 Kilogram in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Africa Grapes Production per Capita?
The highest value was 11.01 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 8.51 Kilogram in 2020.
What does the Africa Grapes Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of grapes from agricultural activities within each country, converted into a per capita measure using the corresponding population estimates. It covers grapes produced for all major uses, including fresh consumption, processing into wine, juice, raisins, and other grape-based products, as classified under agricultural production statistics. The indicator includes annual production values reported for each country and year, adjusted by population to enable cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes grape imports, exports, domestic consumption levels, and trade-related activities. It does not represent the amount of grapes available for consumers, as production may be used for processing, storage, animal feed, losses, or industrial purposes. The indicator also excludes production of other fruits and crops outside grapes and does not measure yield efficiency, cultivated area, farmer income, or market value. Differences may occur due to estimation methods, reporting gaps, or revisions in agricultural and population statistics.
Where does the Africa Grapes Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2024&Food=Grapes&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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