Lower over the period
Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita moved from 50.39 Kilogram in 2015 to 39.54 Kilogram in 2024 (−21.5%), an average of −2.7% a year. The series high was 58.18 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 32.07 Kilogram in 2021.
What Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita shows
Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita was 39.54 Kilogram in 2024, up 5.7% on 2023. Burkina Faso millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a fluctuating but gradually declining production trend, reflecting changes in agricultural conditions, rainfall patterns, cultivated area, and annual crop productivity. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita decreased from 50.39 kilograms in 2015 to 39.54 kilograms in 2024.
A 44.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2021) is 26.11 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +39.7% in 2018.
Ranks 3 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Burkina Faso ranks 3 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so Burkina Faso is above it.
Full series
Burkina Faso Millet 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 | 39.54 | +5.7% |
| 2023 | 37.39 | −7.3% |
| 2022 | 40.33 | +25.8% |
| 2021 Trough | 32.07 | −28% |
| 2020 | 44.57 | −3.7% |
| 2019 | 46.28 | −20.4% |
| 2018Peak | 58.18 | +39.7% |
| 2017 | 41.63 | −11.1% |
| 2016 | 46.81 | −7.1% |
| 2015 | 50.39 | — |
Regional context
How Burkina Faso compares in Africa
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Burkina Faso is highlighted.
1Niger141.9
2Mali81.09
3Burkina Faso39.54
4Sudan15.72
5Ethiopia8.52
6Nigeria6.66
7South Africa0.0989
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods.
The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
About this indicator
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
During the early period, production declined from 50.39 kilograms in 2015 to 46.81 kilograms in 2016 and further to 41.63 kilograms in 2017. Production temporarily recovered in 2018, reaching 58.18 kilograms, representing the highest level during the analysed period and indicating improved production conditions during that year.
During the middle period, millet production experienced continued fluctuations, declining to 46.28 kilograms in 2019 and 44.57 kilograms in 2020. Production decreased further to 32.07 kilograms in 2021, marking the lowest level recorded during the study period. This decline reflects the influence of climatic variability, agricultural challenges, seasonal production differences, and changes in farming conditions. However, production recovered to 40.33 kilograms in 2022, showing resilience within the millet cultivation sector and improved output compared with the previous year.
In recent years, Burkina Faso’s millet production per capita remained relatively stable, recording 37.39 kilograms in 2023 before increasing slightly to 39.54 kilograms in 2024. Although production remained below the 2018 peak, the recent improvement indicates a recovery from the lowest production levels. Millet continues to play an important role in Burkina Faso’s agricultural system due to its adaptability to local climatic conditions and contribution to food security.
Overall, the dataset highlights the variability and resilience of Burkina Faso’s millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024. It is valuable for analysing long-term agricultural trends, benchmarking production performance, forecasting future millet output, and evaluating the influence of climate conditions, farming practices, resource availability, and crop management strategies on millet production in Burkina Faso.
- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- Burkina Faso
- Region
- Africa
- 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 Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita?
Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
What was Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita was 39.54 Kilogram in 2024, up 5.7% on 2023.
How has Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita moved from 50.39 Kilogram in 2015 to 39.54 Kilogram in 2024 (−21.5%), an average of −2.7% a year. The series high was 58.18 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 32.07 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 58.18 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 32.07 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Burkina Faso Millet Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods. Excluded: The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
Where does the Burkina Faso Millet 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&Food=Millet&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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