Rising to a series high
Canada Wheat Production moved from 27.65 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+30%), an average of +3% a year. The series high was 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024 and the low 22.42 Million Tonnes in 2021.
What Canada Wheat Production shows
Canada Wheat Production was 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 7.6% on 2023. Canada's wheat production is demonstrated an overall upward trend between 2015 and 2024 despite experiencing many occasional weather-related fluctuations. Wheat is one of Canada's most valuable agricultural commodities and is primarily cultivated across the Prairie Provinces, including Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba.
A 37.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2021) is 13.52 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +55.5% in 2022.
Ranks 4 of 27 countries covered
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Canada ranks 4 for 2024, behind China (140.1 Million Tonnes) and India (113.3 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 4.5% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Canada Wheat Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 35.94 | +7.6% |
| 2023 | 33.41 | −4.2% |
| 2022 | 34.87 | +55.5% |
| 2021 Trough | 22.42 | −36.7% |
| 2020 | 35.44 | +8.5% |
| 2019 | 32.67 | +1% |
| 2018 | 32.35 | +6.5% |
| 2017 | 30.38 | −5.5% |
| 2016 | 32.14 | +16.2% |
| 2015 | 27.65 | — |
Regional context
How Canada compares in North America
Wheat Production by country, 2024, Million Tonnes. Canada is highlighted.
1U.S.53.65
2Canada35.94
3Mexico2.65
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology.
Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
About this indicator
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Production increased from approximately 27.65 million tonnes in 2015 to 32.14 million tonnes in 2016 before easing slightly to 30.38 million tonnes in 2017. Output continued to improve over the following years, reaching 35.44 million tonnes in 2020. A significant decline occurred in 2021, when production dropped sharply to 22.42 million tonnes, mainly due to severe drought conditions that affected crop yields across major producing regions. The sector recovered strongly thereafter, with production increasing to 34.87 million tonnes in 2022, 33.41 million tonnes in 2023, and reaching 35.94 million tonnes in 2024, the highest level during the study period. Canada's wheat industry benefits from fertile farmland, advanced farm mechanization, improved seed genetics, precision agriculture, and strong research and development initiatives. The country is also one of the world's largest wheat exporters, with international demand supporting continued investment in production efficiency. Government support programmes, sustainable farming practices, and climate-resilient agricultural technologies have further strengthened the sector's long-term outlook. Although weather variability remains a significant challenge, Canada's wheat production has demonstrated remarkable resilience and recovery capacity. With ongoing technological innovation, expanding productivity, and strong export competitiveness, Canada is expected to maintain its position as one of the leading global wheat-producing countries while contributing substantially to international food security and agricultural trade.
- Indicator
- Wheat Production
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- North America
- Unit
- Million 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 Wheat Production?
Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
What was Canada Wheat Production in 2024?
Canada Wheat Production was 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 7.6% on 2023.
How has Canada Wheat Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Canada Wheat Production moved from 27.65 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+30%), an average of +3% a year. The series high was 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024 and the low 22.42 Million Tonnes in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Canada Wheat Production?
The highest value was 35.94 Million Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 22.42 Million Tonnes in 2021.
What does the Canada Wheat Production data include and exclude?
Included: Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology. Excluded: Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
Where does the Canada Wheat Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Wheat&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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