Broadly stable
Belarus Linseed Production moved from 6.88 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+1.8%), an average of +0.2% a year. The series high was 9.37 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 6.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What Belarus Linseed Production shows
Belarus Linseed Production was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023. Belarus has maintained a presence in the linseed production sector during the period 2015–2024 due to its favourable agricultural conditions, availability of cultivated land, and established experience in oilseed crop production.
A 30.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2016) is 2.87 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +34.6% in 2019.
Ranks 13 of 23 countries covered
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Belarus ranks 13 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
Belarus Linseed 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 | 7.00 | 0% |
| 2023 | 7.00 | 0% |
| 2022 | 7.00 | 0% |
| 2021 | 7.00 | −4.1% |
| 2020 | 7.30 | −22.1% |
| 2019Peak | 9.37 | +34.6% |
| 2018 | 6.96 | −5% |
| 2017 | 7.33 | +12.7% |
| 2016 Trough | 6.50 | −5.5% |
| 2015 | 6.88 | — |
Regional context
How Belarus compares in Europe
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Belarus is highlighted.
1Ukraine66.16
2France39.62
3UK31.04
4Belarus7.00
5Sweden4.00
6Poland2.36
7Romania1.95
8Finland0.700
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
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.
About this indicator
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 country’s agricultural landscape supports the cultivation of various oilseed crops, with linseed contributing to the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, and other value-added agricultural products. Belarusian linseed production has been influenced by changes in cultivated area, farming practices, climatic conditions, agricultural policies, and fluctuations in domestic and international market demand. The country benefits from experienced farmers, suitable soil conditions, and developed agricultural infrastructure that support crop cultivation and productivity improvements. Modern farming techniques, improved crop management practices, and investments in agricultural technology have helped enhance production efficiency and maintain competitiveness within regional markets. However, linseed cultivation faces challenges such as competition from other profitable crops, variations in weather conditions, production costs, and changing market dynamics. The availability of processing facilities and opportunities for value-added production play an important role in determining the long-term development of the Belarusian linseed industry. Increasing global demand for natural oils, plant-based ingredients, sustainable agricultural products, and environmentally friendly industrial materials creates potential growth opportunities for the sector. Belarus can further strengthen its position by improving seed quality, adopting advanced cultivation methods, enhancing processing capabilities, and expanding access to international markets. Overall, Belarus’s linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects a sector supported by agricultural resources, traditional farming knowledge, and production capabilities, while also adapting to changing economic and market conditions. Future growth prospects depend on improving productivity, strengthening supply chains, promoting sustainable farming practices, and incre
- Indicator
- Linseed Production
- Country
- Belarus
- Region
- Europe
- 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 Belarus 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.
What was Belarus Linseed Production in 2024?
Belarus Linseed Production was 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023.
How has Belarus Linseed Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Belarus Linseed Production moved from 6.88 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 7.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+1.8%), an average of +0.2% a year. The series high was 9.37 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 6.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Belarus Linseed Production?
The highest value was 9.37 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the lowest was 6.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What does the Belarus Linseed Production data include and exclude?
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.
Where does the Belarus Linseed Production data come from?
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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