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Canada Apple Production

Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.

Canada Apple ProductionThousand Tonnes · 2015–2024

4504003503002015: 348.5Trough2016: 418Peak2017: 402.12018: 4032019: 382.82020: 3912021: 351.62022: 382.52023: 358.52024: 386.420152017201920212024
Source: Our World in DataLast updated: July 2026

What Canada Apple Production shows

Canada Apple Production was 386.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 7.8% on 2023. Canada’s apple production displayed moderate fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the combined influence of weather conditions, production practices, and market dynamics. Production increased from **348.508 thousand tonnes in 2015** to **417.989 thousand tonnes in 2016**, marking the highest output during the observed period.

Trend

Higher over the period

Canada Apple Production moved from 348.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 386.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+10.9%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 418 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 348.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.

Volatility

A 16.6% peak-to-trough swing

The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2015) is 69.48 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +19.9% in 2016.

Structure

Ranks 25 of 33 countries covered

Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Canada ranks 25 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.4% of the global total in 2024.

Full series

Canada Apple Production by year

Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.

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Canada Apple Production, 2015–2024, Thousand Tonnes.
YearThousand TonnesChange vs prior year
2024 386.4 +7.8%
2023 358.5 −6.3%
2022 382.5 +8.8%
2021 351.6 −10.1%
2020 391 +2.1%
2019 382.8 −5%
2018 403 +0.2%
2017 402.1 −3.8%
2016Peak 418 +19.9%
2015 Trough348.5 —

Regional context

How Canada compares in North America

Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Canada is highlighted.

1U.S.
4,923
2Mexico
779.7
3Canada
386.4

Data definition

Inclusions and exclusions

Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.

Inclusions

The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.

Exclusions

The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.

About this indicator

Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.

This sharp increase was likely supported by favourable climatic conditions and improved orchard productivity. However, production declined slightly to **402.082 thousand tonnes in 2017** and remained relatively stable at **402.978 thousand tonnes in 2018**, indicating consistent production levels despite annual variations.

In 2019, apple production fell to **382.771 thousand tonnes**, before recovering modestly to **390.999 thousand tonnes in 2020**. The decline in 2021 to **351.565 thousand tonnes** represents one of the lowest production levels in the decade and may have been influenced by adverse weather events such as frost, drought, or other environmental challenges that affected orchard yields. Production rebounded in 2022 to **382.456 thousand tonnes**, demonstrating the resilience of Canada’s apple industry and its ability to recover from temporary setbacks.

Although production decreased again to **358.514 thousand tonnes in 2023**, it improved to **386.368 thousand tonnes in 2024**, suggesting a gradual return to more stable output levels. Overall, the data indicate that Canada has maintained a relatively consistent apple production range of approximately **350–420 thousand tonnes** over the past decade. While annual fluctuations are evident, there is no clear long-term upward or downward trend. Instead, production appears to be driven primarily by climatic conditions, orchard management practices, and seasonal productivity. As a macroeconomic indicator, Canada’s apple production demonstrates the agricultural sector’s resilience and highlights the importance of sustainable farming practices, technological improvements, and climate adaptation strategies in ensuring stable fruit production and supporting both domestic consumption and export markets.

Indicator
Apple Production
Country
Canada
Region
North America
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 Canada Apple Production?

Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.

What was Canada Apple Production in 2024?

Canada Apple Production was 386.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 7.8% on 2023.

How has Canada Apple Production changed between 2015 and 2024?

Canada Apple Production moved from 348.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 386.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+10.9%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 418 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 348.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.

Which year had the highest and lowest Canada Apple Production?

The highest value was 418 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 348.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.

What does the Canada Apple Production data include and exclude?

Included: The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.

Where does the Canada Apple Production data come from?

The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Apples&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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