Broadly stable
Australia Apple Production moved from 295.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 293.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−0.5%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 313.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 263 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What Australia Apple Production shows
Australia Apple Production was 293.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 3% on 2023. Australia’s apple production has shown a relatively stable but fluctuating trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in climatic conditions, agricultural practices, market demand, and seasonal productivity.
A 16.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2020) is 50.76 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −14.5% in 2018.
Ranks 27 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Australia ranks 27 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.3% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Australia Apple Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 293.7 | +3% |
| 2023 | 285.2 | −7.3% |
| 2022 | 307.6 | +9.8% |
| 2021 | 280.3 | +6.6% |
| 2020 Trough | 263 | −0.8% |
| 2019 | 265.2 | −1.2% |
| 2018 | 268.4 | −14.5% |
| 2017Peak | 313.7 | +1.8% |
| 2016 | 308.3 | +4.4% |
| 2015 | 295.2 | — |
Regional context
How Australia compares across countries
Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Australia is highlighted.
1China51,285
2U.S.4,923
3Turkey4,420
4Poland3,385
5India2,626
6Italy2,399
7Iran2,347
27Australia293.7
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
About this indicator
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
The data indicates that apple production remained within a range of approximately 262 to 314 thousand tonnes during the period, highlighting the resilience of Australia’s horticulture sector despite external challenges.
In 2015, Australia produced around 295.2 thousand tonnes of apples, followed by a gradual increase to 308.3 thousand tonnes in 2016 and a peak of approximately 313.7 thousand tonnes in 2017. This growth period suggests favourable production conditions, including improved farming techniques, efficient orchard management, and supportive agricultural conditions. However, production declined significantly in 2018 to about 268.4 thousand tonnes, indicating the impact of possible weather-related disruptions, including drought conditions, temperature variations, or reduced yields.
From 2019 to 2024, apple production continued to experience moderate fluctuations. Production decreased further to approximately 265.2 thousand tonnes in 2019 and reached its lowest level of around 263 thousand tonnes in 2020. This period coincided with challenges such as climate variability, supply chain disruptions, and changing economic conditions affecting agricultural output. However, recovery was observed in 2021, with production increasing to nearly 280.3 thousand tonnes, followed by stronger growth in 2022 when output reached approximately 307.6 thousand tonnes.
In 2023, production slightly declined to around 285.2 thousand tonnes before recovering marginally to 293.7 thousand tonnes in 2024. Overall, the trend demonstrates that Australian apple production has maintained long-term stability, with temporary declines caused by environmental and economic factors. As a macroeconomic indicator, apple production reflects the performance of the agricultural sector, rural employment conditions, export potential, and the impact of climate change on food production. Sustained investment in sustainable farming methods, irrigation systems, and technological innovation will remain important for maintaining Australia’s future apple production capacity.
- Indicator
- Apple Production
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- Oceania
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Australia Apple Production?
Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
What was Australia Apple Production in 2024?
Australia Apple Production was 293.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 3% on 2023.
How has Australia Apple Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Australia Apple Production moved from 295.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 293.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−0.5%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 313.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 263 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Australia Apple Production?
The highest value was 313.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 263 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What does the Australia Apple Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
Where does the Australia Apple Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Apples&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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