Rising to a series high
Asia Soybean Production per Capita moved from 5.45 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.16 Kilogram in 2024 (+49.9%), an average of +4.6% a year. The series high was 8.16 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 5.45 Kilogram in 2015.
What Asia Soybean Production per Capita shows
Asia Soybean Production per Capita was 8.16 Kilogram in 2024, up 4.5% on 2023. Asia’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a gradual growth-oriented but fluctuating agricultural trend, reflecting changes in soybean cultivation, crop productivity, weather conditions, farming practices, and regional agricultural resource availability.
A 33.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 2.72 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +21.2% in 2016.
China leads the region
Within Asia, China has the highest value in 2024 at 14.55 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Kilogram↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 14.55 | −0.7% | |
| 2 | India | 10.43 | +14.8% | |
| 3 | South Korea | 3.00 | +9.6% | |
| 4 | Turkey | 2.06 | +30.6% | |
| 5 | Japan | 2.04 | −2.7% | |
| 6 | Indonesia | 0.802 | −30.9% | |
| 7 | Vietnam | 0.457 | −4.7% | |
| 8 | Thailand | 0.228 | −3.2% | |
| 9 | Taiwan | 0.215 | −15.7% | |
| 10 | Philippines | 0.00437 | −18.5% |
By region
Soybean Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Asia Soybean 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 8.16 | +4.5% |
| 2023 | 7.81 | −4.3% |
| 2022 | 8.16 | +17.5% |
| 2021 | 6.95 | −9% |
| 2020 | 7.64 | +7.8% |
| 2019 | 7.08 | −1.7% |
| 2018 | 7.21 | +10.7% |
| 2017 | 6.51 | −1.4% |
| 2016 | 6.60 | +21.2% |
| 2015 Trough | 5.45 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — - Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean produced per individual based on domestic agricultural output during a selected year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country and regional time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset combines agricultural production statistics with population data to calculate per capita soybean production levels.
The data includes the total agricultural production of soybeans, converted into per capita values by dividing production quantities by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output from crop cultivation activities used for food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, biofuel applications, and industrial purposes. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, allowing analysis of changes in soybean production capacity, agricultural productivity, and output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production performance, regional agricultural development, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, storage levels, and trade-related activities. It does not measure actual soybean availability, dietary consumption, nutritional intake, or domestic market supply. The indicator does not account for differences in farming methods, production costs, land efficiency, or dependence on international soybean trade. It also does not represent food security conditions, as it only measures domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, production measurement standards, and data availability across countries and regions.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — - Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean produced per individual based on domestic agricultural output during a selected year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country and regional time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset combines agricultural production statistics with population data to calculate per capita soybean production levels.
Soybeans are an important crop in Asia, supporting food processing, livestock and poultry feed, vegetable oil production, and plant-based food industries. Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased from 5,446.15 grams in 2015 to 8,163.76 grams in 2024, indicating overall improvement despite variations during the period.
During the initial years, soybean production per capita showed a positive movement, increasing from 5,446.15 grams in 2015 to 6,508.85 grams in 2017. The indicator continued to rise in 2018, reaching 7,206.78 grams, supported by improved cultivation practices, increased production capacity, and growing demand for soybean-based products. A slight decline occurred in 2019, when production decreased to 7,084.46 grams, before recovering to 7,635.03 grams in 2020, reflecting changes in crop performance and agricultural conditions across the region.
Further fluctuations were observed during the later years, with production per capita declining to 6,945.90 grams in 2021 before increasing significantly to 8,160.29 grams in 2022. Production moderated slightly to 7,809.33 grams in 2023 and improved again to 8,163.76 grams in 2024, reaching the highest level recorded during the period.
Overall, the dataset highlights Asia’s expanding soybean production capacity and the growing importance of the crop within the regional agricultural sector. Differences in production performance among countries may have been influenced by variations in land availability, climate conditions, farming technology, and agricultural policies. The indicator is valuable for analysing soybean production trends, monitoring per capita output changes, assessing regional agricultural performance, forecasting future supply potential, and evaluating the impact of productivity improvements and market developments on the soybean sector.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Asia Soybean Production per Capita?
Definition- Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean produced per individual based on domestic agricultural output during a selected year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country and regional time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset combines agricultural production statistics with population data to calculate per capita soybean production levels.
What was Asia Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Asia Soybean Production per Capita was 8.16 Kilogram in 2024, up 4.5% on 2023.
How has Asia Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Asia Soybean Production per Capita moved from 5.45 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.16 Kilogram in 2024 (+49.9%), an average of +4.6% a year. The series high was 8.16 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 5.45 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Asia Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 8.16 Kilogram in 2024 and the lowest was 5.45 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Asia Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of soybeans, converted into per capita values by dividing production quantities by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output from crop cultivation activities used for food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, biofuel applications, and industrial purposes. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, allowing analysis of changes in soybean production capacity, agricultural productivity, and output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production performance, regional agricultural development, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, storage levels, and trade-related activities. It does not measure actual soybean availability, dietary consumption, nutritional intake, or domestic market supply. The indicator does not account for differences in farming methods, production costs, land efficiency, or dependence on international soybean trade. It also does not represent food security conditions, as it only measures domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, production measurement standards, and data availability across countries and regions.
Where does the Asia Soybean 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=Soybeans&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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