Lower over the period
Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 11,432 Gram in 2015 to 10,681 Gram in 2023 (−6.6%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 11,824 Gram in 2016 and the low 8,847 Gram in 2022.
What Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 10,681 Gram in 2023, up 20.7% on 2022. Belgium linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural production trends, linseed oil output patterns, and changes in production levels relative to population size.
A 25.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2022) is 2,977 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +20.7% in 2023.
Ranks 1 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Belgium ranks 1 for 2023. The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so Belgium is above it.
Full series
Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10,681 | +20.7% |
| 2022 Trough | 8,847 | −15.8% |
| 2021 | 10,509 | +2.4% |
| 2020 | 10,260 | −11% |
| 2019 | 11,522 | +8.7% |
| 2018 | 10,605 | +1.4% |
| 2017 | 10,460 | −11.5% |
| 2016Peak | 11,824 | +3.4% |
| 2015 | 11,432 | — |
Regional context
How Belgium compares in Europe
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. Belgium is highlighted.
1Belgium10,681
2Germany384.4
3Denmark363.9
4Poland245.1
5UK173.3
6Italy169.7
7France162.6
8Sweden104.3
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production per person, helping evaluate production intensity, agricultural performance, and the contribution of linseed-based products within Belgium’s food and agricultural sector.
Between 2015 and 2023, Belgium’s linseed oil production per capita showed variations influenced by factors such as flaxseed cultivation, agricultural practices, crop yields, processing capacity, market demand, and changes in production conditions. The yearly changes in output reflect the dynamics of domestic linseed oil availability and the influence of agricultural factors on production performance.
This dataset supports analysis of Belgium’s oilseed production landscape, vegetable oil supply trends, and the role of linseed oil within the broader food and beverage industry. It provides valuable information for researchers, businesses, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders studying production efficiency, historical trends, and developments in the linseed oil sector.
The Belgium linseed oil production per capita indicator helps assess annual production variations, agricultural productivity, and long-term changes in oilseed output. By analyzing data from 2015 to 2023, stakeholders can gain insights into production patterns, resource utilization, and factors influencing linseed oil production within Belgium’s agricultural economy.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying Belgium’s linseed oil production trends, per capita output changes, and food sector developments. It supports data-driven research related to agricultural planning, supply chain assessment, market analysis, and comparisons with other European linseed oil-producing countries.
The data also highlights Belgium’s role within the European linseed oil landscape by providing insights into production trends, agricultural efficiency, and sector developments. It helps identify opportunities for sustainable production methods, improved resource management, and future growth potential in the linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Belgium
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 10,681 Gram in 2023, up 20.7% on 2022.
How has Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 11,432 Gram in 2015 to 10,681 Gram in 2023 (−6.6%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 11,824 Gram in 2016 and the low 8,847 Gram in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 11,824 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 8,847 Gram in 2022.
What does the Belgium Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the Belgium Linseed Oil 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..2023&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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