Lower over the period
Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 20.70 Gram in 2015 to 8.61 Gram in 2023 (−58.4%), an average of −10.4% a year. The series high was 47.42 Gram in 2017 and the low 3.55 Gram in 2022.
What Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 8.61 Gram in 2023, up 142.8% on 2022. Argentina linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural output, linseed oil production trends, and changes in per-person production levels over the observed period.
A 92.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2022) is 43.87 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +142.8% in 2023.
Ranks 25 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 25 for 2023, behind Belgium (10,681 Gram) and Germany (384.4 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so Argentina is below it.
Full series
Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8.61 | +142.8% |
| 2022 Trough | 3.55 | −45.7% |
| 2021 | 6.53 | −39.8% |
| 2020 | 10.84 | +90.5% |
| 2019 | 5.69 | −85.9% |
| 2018 | 40.31 | −15% |
| 2017Peak | 47.42 | +131.3% |
| 2016 | 20.50 | −1% |
| 2015 | 20.70 | — |
Regional context
How Argentina compares in South America
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. Argentina is highlighted.
1Chile41.26
2Brazil14.68
3Argentina8.61
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production relative to population size, helping evaluate production intensity, agricultural performance, and the contribution of linseed-derived products within Argentina’s food and agricultural sector.
During the period from 2015 to 2023, Argentina’s linseed oil production per capita experienced variations influenced by factors such as flaxseed cultivation trends, agricultural conditions, crop productivity, weather patterns, processing capacity, and market demand. These fluctuations reflect changes in domestic production levels and provide insights into the availability of linseed oil within Argentina’s agricultural supply chain.
This dataset supports analysis of Argentina’s oilseed production landscape, vegetable oil supply trends, and the role of linseed oil within the broader food and beverage industry. It provides valuable information for researchers, policymakers, businesses, and agricultural stakeholders evaluating production performance, resource utilization, and historical developments in the linseed oil sector.
The Argentina linseed oil production per capita indicator helps analyze annual production variations, agricultural efficiency, and long-term output patterns. By examining data from 2015 to 2023, stakeholders can understand changes in production levels, identify factors influencing linseed oil output, and evaluate the development of Argentina’s oilseed production ecosystem.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying Argentina’s linseed oil production trends, per capita output changes, and agricultural sector performance. It supports data-driven research related to food industry planning, supply chain analysis, sustainable agriculture, and comparisons with other South American and global linseed oil-producing countries.
The data also highlights Argentina’s position within the regional linseed oil market by providing insights into production trends, agricultural resource utilization, and market evolution. It helps identify opportunities for improving production efficiency, strengthening agricultural practices, and understanding future growth potential in the linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 8.61 Gram in 2023, up 142.8% on 2022.
How has Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 20.70 Gram in 2015 to 8.61 Gram in 2023 (−58.4%), an average of −10.4% a year. The series high was 47.42 Gram in 2017 and the low 3.55 Gram in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 47.42 Gram in 2017 and the lowest was 3.55 Gram in 2022.
What does the Argentina Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the Argentina Linseed Oil 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..2023&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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