Lower over the period
Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 1,352 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,118 Kilogram in 2024 (−17.3%), an average of −2.1% a year. The series high was 1,478 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 1,094 Kilogram in 2022.
What Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,118 Kilogram in 2024, down 9.3% on 2023. Australia’s sugarcane production per capita experienced a gradual declining trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting fluctuations in agricultural output, climatic conditions, and changes in production efficiency within the country’s sugar industry.
A 26% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2022) is 384.2 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +12.6% in 2023.
Ranks 8 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Australia ranks 8 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Australia is above it.
Full series
Australia Sugarcane 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,118 | −9.3% |
| 2023 | 1,232 | +12.6% |
| 2022 Trough | 1,094 | −8.8% |
| 2021 | 1,199 | +2% |
| 2020 | 1,176 | −7.5% |
| 2019 | 1,272 | −4.6% |
| 2018 | 1,334 | −9.8% |
| 2017Peak | 1,478 | +4.6% |
| 2016 | 1,414 | +4.6% |
| 2015 | 1,352 | — |
Regional context
How Australia compares across countries
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Australia is highlighted.
1Eswatini4,453
2Belize4,003
3Brazil3,583
4Mauritius1,727
5Fiji1,434
6Guatemala1,245
7Thailand1,150
8Australia1,118
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
Sugarcane cultivation in Australia is concentrated mainly along the coastal regions of Queensland and northern New South Wales, where favorable climatic conditions support large-scale commercial production. The crop plays an important role in agricultural exports, sugar manufacturing, and regional economic activity. According to the dataset, Australia’s sugarcane production per capita declined from 1,352.06 units in 2015 to 1,117.62 units in 2024, indicating a moderate reduction over the observed period.
During the early years from 2015 to 2017, production per capita showed an initial increase, rising from 1,352.06 units in 2015 to 1,414.02 units in 2016 and reaching 1,478.36 units in 2017. This growth reflected strong production performance, favorable harvesting conditions, and continued efficiency within Australia’s sugarcane farming sector. However, production declined significantly from 2018 onward, falling to 1,333.89 units in 2018 and further to 1,272.05 units in 2019 due to variations in crop yields, weather impacts, and changing agricultural conditions.
In 2020, sugarcane production per capita continued declining, reaching 1,176.34 units as the sector faced production challenges and market uncertainties. A slight recovery occurred in 2021, when production increased to 1,199.45 units, but this improvement was followed by another decline in 2022, when output reached 1,094.21 units. In 2023, production recovered moderately to 1,232.06 units before declining again to 1,117.62 units in 2024, reflecting continued fluctuations in agricultural performance.
Overall, Australia’s sugarcane production per capita demonstrates the resilience of its sugar industry despite long-term moderation. The indicator highlights the importance of monitoring crop productivity, climate impacts, export competitiveness, and sustainable agricultural practices. It provides valuable insights into production trends, resource management, and the future outlook of Australia’s sugarcane sector.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- Oceania
- 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 Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,118 Kilogram in 2024, down 9.3% on 2023.
How has Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 1,352 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,118 Kilogram in 2024 (−17.3%), an average of −2.1% a year. The series high was 1,478 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 1,094 Kilogram in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 1,478 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 1,094 Kilogram in 2022.
What does the Australia Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Australia Sugarcane 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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