Higher over the period
China Millet Production per Capita moved from 1.41 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.96 Kilogram in 2024 (+39.3%), an average of +3.7% a year. The series high was 2.02 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.993 Kilogram in 2016.
What China Millet Production per Capita shows
China Millet Production per Capita was 1.96 Kilogram in 2024, up 5.9% on 2023. China millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a stable and gradually increasing production trend, reflecting the country’s established millet cultivation practices, agricultural productivity, and consistent demand for grain production. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita increased from 1,408.17 grams in 2015 to 1,961.32 grams in 2024.
A 50.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2016) is 1.03 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +81.7% in 2017.
Ranks 8 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, China ranks 8 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so China is below it.
Full series
China 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 | 1.96 | +5.9% |
| 2023 | 1.85 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | 1.84 | −9.2% |
| 2021Peak | 2.02 | +10.7% |
| 2020 | 1.83 | −0.2% |
| 2019 | 1.83 | +11% |
| 2018 | 1.65 | −8.5% |
| 2017 | 1.80 | +81.7% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.993 | −29.5% |
| 2015 | 1.41 | — |
Regional context
How China compares in Asia
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. China is highlighted.
1India8.70
2China1.96
3Saudi Arabia0.391
4Turkey0.0431
5Taiwan0.0218
6South Korea0.0193
7Vietnam0.00848
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 years, production experienced some fluctuations, declining to 992.90 grams in 2016 before recovering strongly to 1,804.01 grams in 2017. Production continued to strengthen in 2018, reaching 1,650.31 grams, supported by stable cultivation practices and improved production conditions.
During the middle period, China maintained relatively high millet production levels, with output increasing to 1,831.93 grams in 2019 and remaining stable at 1,827.81 grams in 2020. Production continued its upward trend in 2021, reaching 2,023.50 grams, representing the highest level recorded during the first seven years of the study period. Although production slightly declined to 1,837.03 grams in 2022, it remained significantly above the levels observed at the beginning of the period, indicating strong resilience in millet cultivation.
In recent years, millet production per capita continued to recover and expand, increasing to 1,852.82 grams in 2023 and reaching 1,961.32 grams in 2024. This growth reflects consistent agricultural output, stable production systems, and continued importance of millet within China’s grain sector. The overall upward movement indicates strong production capacity despite annual variations caused by environmental and market-related factors.
Overall, the dataset highlights the resilience and steady growth of China’s millet production per capita over the analysed period. It is valuable for analysing long-term agricultural trends, benchmarking production performance, forecasting future millet output, and evaluating the influence of farming practices, productivity improvements, and changing agricultural conditions on millet production in China.
- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- China
- Region
- Asia
- 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 China 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 China Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
China Millet Production per Capita was 1.96 Kilogram in 2024, up 5.9% on 2023.
How has China Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
China Millet Production per Capita moved from 1.41 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.96 Kilogram in 2024 (+39.3%), an average of +3.7% a year. The series high was 2.02 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.993 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest China Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 2.02 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 0.993 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the China 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 China 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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