Higher over the period
Canada Soybean Production per Capita moved from 179.5 Kilogram in 2015 to 190.4 Kilogram in 2024 (+6.1%), an average of +0.7% a year. The series high was 209.6 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 161.9 Kilogram in 2021.
What Canada Soybean Production per Capita shows
Canada Soybean Production per Capita was 190.4 Kilogram in 2024, up 7.2% on 2023. Canada’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 reflects a fluctuating agricultural trend, influenced by changes in crop yields, cultivated area, weather conditions, and production efficiency. Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity in Canada, supporting domestic food processing, livestock feed, vegetable oil production, and export activities.
A 22.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2021) is 47.79 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −18.2% in 2019.
Ranks 4 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Canada ranks 4 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Canada is above it.
Full series
Canada Soybean 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 | 190.4 | +7.2% |
| 2023 | 177.6 | +5.4% |
| 2022 | 168.5 | +4.1% |
| 2021 Trough | 161.9 | −2.8% |
| 2020 | 166.6 | +2.4% |
| 2019 | 162.6 | −18.2% |
| 2018 | 198.9 | −5.1% |
| 2017Peak | 209.6 | +15.5% |
| 2016 | 181.5 | +1.1% |
| 2015 | 179.5 | — |
Regional context
How Canada compares in North America
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Canada is highlighted.
1U.S.344
2Canada190.4
3Mexico2.03
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased from 179.53 kilograms in 2015 to 190.43 kilograms in 2024, indicating overall growth despite several periods of decline and recovery.
Production remained relatively stable during the early years, increasing slightly from 179.53 kilograms in 2015 to 181.46 kilograms in 2016. The indicator then rose sharply to 209.64 kilograms in 2017, the highest level recorded during the period, reflecting strong production performance and favourable agricultural conditions. However, soybean production per capita declined to 198.86 kilograms in 2018 and fell further to 162.64 kilograms in 2019, indicating weaker output and possible challenges related to weather variability, crop yields, or changes in harvested area.
Production showed a limited recovery to 166.58 kilograms in 2020 but declined again to 161.86 kilograms in 2021, the lowest level recorded during the period. The downward movement may have been influenced by unfavourable growing conditions, production constraints, or shifts in agricultural resources. A gradual recovery followed, with production increasing to 168.55 kilograms in 2022 and 177.63 kilograms in 2023.
In 2024, soybean production per capita rose significantly to 190.43 kilograms, surpassing the 2015 level and indicating improved production performance. Overall, the dataset highlights the changing nature of Canada’s soybean sector and its capacity to recover from periods of reduced output. It is useful for analysing agricultural trends, assessing per capita production performance, monitoring year-to-year changes, supporting market forecasts, and evaluating the influence of climate, productivity, and cultivation patterns on soybean production.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- North 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 Canada Soybean Production per Capita?
Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
What was Canada Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Canada Soybean Production per Capita was 190.4 Kilogram in 2024, up 7.2% on 2023.
How has Canada Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Canada Soybean Production per Capita moved from 179.5 Kilogram in 2015 to 190.4 Kilogram in 2024 (+6.1%), an average of +0.7% a year. The series high was 209.6 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 161.9 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Canada Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 209.6 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 161.9 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Canada Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
Where does the Canada Soybean 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=Soybeans&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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