Broadly stable
Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.690 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.681 Kilogram in 2023 (−1.3%), an average of −0.2% a year. The series high was 1.02 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.547 Kilogram in 2016.
What Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita shows
Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.681 Kilogram in 2023, down 6.3% on 2022. Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita experienced fluctuations between 2015 and 2023, reflecting changes in olive cultivation, harvest conditions, and overall agricultural productivity. The indicator began at 690.02 grams per capita in 2015 and declined to 546.69 grams in 2016.
A 46.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2016) is 0.469 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +85.9% in 2017.
Ranks 17 of 22 countries covered
Among the 22 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 17 for 2023, behind Greece (22.34 Kilogram) and Spain (17.82 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.325 Kilogram, so Argentina is above it.
Full series
Argentina Olive Oil 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.681 | −6.3% |
| 2022 | 0.727 | +9.8% |
| 2021 | 0.662 | −0.3% |
| 2020 | 0.664 | −0.5% |
| 2019 | 0.667 | +8.3% |
| 2018 | 0.616 | −39.4% |
| 2017Peak | 1.02 | +85.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.547 | −20.8% |
| 2015 | 0.690 | — |
Regional context
How Argentina compares across countries
Olive Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Argentina is highlighted.
1Greece22.34
2Spain17.82
3Tunisia17.21
4Portugal16.83
5Albania10.14
6Italy6.04
7Cyprus4.24
17Argentina0.681
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector.
The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
About this indicator
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
Production increased significantly in 2017, reaching 1,016.06 grams per capita, which represented the highest level during the period. However, production decreased to 615.83 grams in 2018 before recovering slightly to 667.06 grams in 2019. The indicator remained stable in 2020 at 663.83 grams and continued at a similar level in 2021 with 662.07 grams. Production improved in 2022, reaching 726.75 grams, before declining slightly to 680.74 grams per capita in 2023.
The overall trend shows that Argentina maintained a relatively stable level of olive oil production per capita, with one significant production peak in 2017. The fluctuations throughout the period indicate the influence of olive harvest cycles, weather conditions, agricultural practices, and changes in production efficiency. Despite annual variations, Argentina consistently maintained considerable olive oil production relative to its population size.
Olive oil production per capita measures total olive oil output compared with population size and provides a population-adjusted view of production performance. This indicator does not indicate consumption because production may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through domestic and international markets. It supports analysis of agricultural productivity, production trends, and the performance of the olive oil industry.
Argentina has developed a significant olive cultivation sector, particularly in regions suitable for olive farming. The 2015–2023 data demonstrates a dynamic production pattern with periods of growth and adjustment. Monitoring olive oil production per capita provides insights into Argentina’s agricultural development, production efficiency, and role within the global olive oil supply chain.
- Indicator
- Olive Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita?
Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
What was Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.681 Kilogram in 2023, down 6.3% on 2022.
How has Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.690 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.681 Kilogram in 2023 (−1.3%), an average of −0.2% a year. The series high was 1.02 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.547 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 1.02 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 0.547 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Argentina Olive Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector. Excluded: The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
Where does the Argentina Olive 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=Olive+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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