Lower over the period
Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 3,720 Kilogram in 2015 to 3,583 Kilogram in 2024 (−3.7%), an average of −0.4% a year. The series high was 3,782 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 3,415 Kilogram in 2021.
What Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita was 3,583 Kilogram in 2024, down 3.3% on 2023. Brazil’s sugarcane production per capita remained consistently high between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the country’s dominant position in global sugarcane production, extensive cultivation areas, and highly developed sugar and biofuel industries.
A 9.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2021) is 366.8 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +7.3% in 2023.
Ranks 3 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Brazil ranks 3 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Brazil is above it.
Full series
Brazil 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 | 3,583 | −3.3% |
| 2023 | 3,704 | +7.3% |
| 2022 | 3,451 | +1% |
| 2021 Trough | 3,415 | −5.7% |
| 2020 | 3,623 | −0.2% |
| 2019 | 3,632 | +0.1% |
| 2018 | 3,627 | −2.1% |
| 2017 | 3,706 | −2% |
| 2016Peak | 3,782 | +1.7% |
| 2015 | 3,720 | — |
Regional context
How Brazil compares in South America
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Brazil is highlighted.
1Brazil3,583
2Paraguay990.7
3Colombia602.4
4Guyana386.2
5Argentina268.2
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 is one of Brazil’s most strategically important agricultural commodities, supporting sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, renewable energy initiatives, exports, and rural employment. Major producing regions, particularly São Paulo and other areas of the Center-South region, contribute significantly to Brazil’s large-scale sugarcane industry. According to the dataset, Brazil’s sugarcane production per capita decreased slightly from 3,720.28 units in 2015 to 3,583.34 units in 2024, indicating overall stability with moderate annual fluctuations.
During the early period from 2015 to 2017, production remained stable at elevated levels, increasing from 3,720.28 units in 2015 to 3,782.11 units in 2016 before declining slightly to 3,706.07 units in 2017. This stability reflected Brazil’s strong agricultural infrastructure, favorable production capacity, and continued demand from sugar and ethanol markets. Between 2018 and 2020, production remained almost unchanged, with values of 3,627.03 units, 3,631.96 units, and 3,623.44 units respectively, demonstrating the resilience of the sector despite market and climatic variations.
A moderate decline occurred in 2021, when sugarcane production per capita decreased to 3,415.31 units, reflecting variations in crop yields, weather conditions, and production cycles. However, the sector recovered in 2022, reaching 3,450.82 units, followed by stronger growth in 2023 when production increased to 3,703.97 units. In 2024, production moderated slightly to 3,583.34 units while remaining significantly higher than most sugarcane-producing countries.
Overall, Brazil’s sugarcane production per capita highlights the strength and global competitiveness of its agricultural sector. The indicator demonstrates the importance of sugarcane in supporting Brazil’s food processing industry, renewable energy production, and export economy. It is valuable for analyzing agricultural productivity, market trends, sustainability practices, and the long-term outlook of Brazil’s sugarcane and biofuel industries.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Brazil
- Region
- South America
- 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 Brazil 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 Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita was 3,583 Kilogram in 2024, down 3.3% on 2023.
How has Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 3,720 Kilogram in 2015 to 3,583 Kilogram in 2024 (−3.7%), an average of −0.4% a year. The series high was 3,782 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 3,415 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Brazil Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 3,782 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 3,415 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Brazil 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 Brazil 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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