Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content.
Australia Linseed Production was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023. Australia’s linseed production remained relatively stable during the period 2015–2024, representing a specialized segment within the country’s highly developed agricultural sector.
Australia Linseed Production moved from 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+16.7%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2015) is 1.00 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +16.7% in 2018.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Australia ranks 14 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.2% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
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 | 7.00 | 0% |
| 2023 | 7.00 | 0% |
| 2022 | 7.00 | +16.7% |
| 2021 | 6.00 | 0% |
| 2020 | 6.00 | 0% |
| 2019 | 6.00 | −14.3% |
| 2018Peak | 7.00 | +16.7% |
| 2017 | 6.00 | 0% |
| 2016 | 6.00 | 0% |
| 2015 Trough | 6.00 | — |
Regional context
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Australia is highlighted.
Data definition
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
According to the available production data, output remained around 6 thousand tonnes in 2015 and gradually increased to approximately 7 thousand tonnes in 2024, indicating consistent cultivation activity despite fluctuations in agricultural conditions and market factors. Linseed cultivation in Australia is influenced by climatic suitability, availability of agricultural land, crop profitability, seasonal rainfall patterns, and competition from major commercial crops such as wheat, barley, pulses, and canola. The country’s advanced farming systems, modern agricultural technologies, and strong research capabilities provide a supportive environment for maintaining efficient linseed production. Linseed contributes to agricultural diversification by providing farmers with an alternative oilseed crop and supporting industries involved in edible oil production, nutritional products, animal feed, industrial oils, coatings, and renewable bio-based materials. Australian producers benefit from improved seed varieties, precision farming techniques, mechanized cultivation methods, and sustainable resource management practices that help enhance productivity and maintain crop quality. However, the relatively small domestic market for linseed, limited cultivation scale, and competition from more commercially attractive crops continue to restrict significant expansion of production. Increasing global demand for plant-based nutrition, omega-rich food ingredients, natural oils, and environmentally sustainable materials creates opportunities for Australia to strengthen its linseed value chain. The sector’s future development may also benefit from increased investment in processing facilities, export opportunities, and consumer awareness regarding linseed-based products. Overall, Australia’s linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects a stable and well-managed agricultural activity supported by technological advancement and sustainable farming practices. Future growth depends on improving economic returns for growers, expanding market applications, enhancing processing capabilities, and increasing the contribution of linseed within Australia’s diversified agricultural economy.
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Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Australia Linseed Production was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023.
Australia Linseed Production moved from 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+16.7%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the lowest was 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&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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