Lower over the period
Africa Millet Production per Capita moved from 12.51 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.65 Kilogram in 2024 (−14.9%), an average of −1.8% a year. The series high was 14.43 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 9.86 Kilogram in 2021.
What Africa Millet Production per Capita shows
Africa Millet Production per Capita was 10.65 Kilogram in 2024, up 2.5% on 2023. Africa’s millet production per capita showed a fluctuating trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting variations in agricultural production, climatic conditions, cultivation practices, and differences in millet output among countries across the region.
A 31.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2021) is 4.56 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −24.6% in 2021.
Niger leads the region
Within Africa, Niger has the highest value in 2024 at 141.9 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Kilogram↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Niger | 141.9 | +17.4% | |
| 2 | Mali | 81.09 | −0.8% | |
| 3 | Burkina Faso | 39.54 | +5.7% | |
| 4 | Sudan | 15.72 | +15.1% | |
| 5 | Ethiopia | 8.52 | −0.3% | |
| 6 | Nigeria | 6.66 | −2.6% | |
| 7 | South Africa | 0.0989 | −1.2% |
By region
Millet Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Africa Millet 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 | 10.65 | +2.5% |
| 2023 | 10.39 | −12.8% |
| 2022 | 11.92 | +20.9% |
| 2021 Trough | 9.86 | −24.6% |
| 2020 | 13.08 | +8.4% |
| 2019 | 12.06 | −16.4% |
| 2018Peak | 14.43 | +20.2% |
| 2017 | 12.00 | −8.4% |
| 2016 | 13.10 | +4.7% |
| 2015 | 12.51 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
The data includes annual millet production volumes adjusted by population size to calculate per capita production values. It covers millet output from agricultural activities, including production quantities reported for individual countries and regions. Our World in Data compiles the data from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) agricultural statistics, providing historical time-series information for millet production performance. The indicator includes comparative measurements across countries, regions, and years to evaluate changes in millet cultivation and production capacity.
The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, food availability, and nutritional intake. It does not measure total agricultural productivity, harvested area, yield per hectare, or farming income. The indicator also does not capture post-harvest losses, processing activities, or domestic utilization of millet. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural production estimates, population data updates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices among countries.
About this indicator
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
According to Our World in Data, Africa’s millet production per capita decreased from 12,511.21 grams in 2015 to 10,648.87 grams in 2024, indicating an overall decline despite significant annual fluctuations.
In the early years, regional millet production per capita increased from 12,511.21 grams in 2015 to 13,104.81 grams in 2016 before declining to 12,003.59 grams in 2017. Production recovered in 2018, reaching 14,426.35 grams per capita, the highest level during the initial period. However, output declined again to 12,062.51 grams in 2019 before increasing slightly to 13,078.08 grams in 2020.
Between 2021 and 2024, Africa experienced further variations in millet production per capita. Production decreased significantly to 9,862.20 grams in 2021, representing the lowest level of the decade. It recovered moderately to 11,920.90 grams in 2022 but declined again to 10,389.28 grams in 2023 before slightly improving to 10,648.87 grams in 2024.
Major millet-producing countries such as Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, and Nigeria remained key contributors to Africa’s regional production levels. Niger recorded the highest millet production per capita among these countries, significantly influencing overall regional performance, while Nigeria and Ethiopia also contributed substantially to total output.
Overall, Africa’s millet production per capita declined by approximately 15% between 2015 and 2024, highlighting variability in regional agricultural performance. The indicator reflects the impact of climate conditions, farming practices, resource availability, and production capacity on millet cultivation. It provides valuable insights into agricultural trends, food crop production patterns, and the importance of millet within Africa’s agricultural landscape.
- Indicator
- Millet 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 Millet Production per Capita?
Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
What was Africa Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
Africa Millet Production per Capita was 10.65 Kilogram in 2024, up 2.5% on 2023.
How has Africa Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Africa Millet Production per Capita moved from 12.51 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.65 Kilogram in 2024 (−14.9%), an average of −1.8% a year. The series high was 14.43 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 9.86 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Africa Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 14.43 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 9.86 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Africa Millet Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual millet production volumes adjusted by population size to calculate per capita production values. It covers millet output from agricultural activities, including production quantities reported for individual countries and regions. Our World in Data compiles the data from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) agricultural statistics, providing historical time-series information for millet production performance. The indicator includes comparative measurements across countries, regions, and years to evaluate changes in millet cultivation and production capacity. Excluded: The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, food availability, and nutritional intake. It does not measure total agricultural productivity, harvested area, yield per hectare, or farming income. The indicator also does not capture post-harvest losses, processing activities, or domestic utilization of millet. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural production estimates, population data updates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices among countries.
Where does the Africa Millet 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=Millet&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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