Higher over the period
China Soybean Production per Capita moved from 8.44 Kilogram in 2015 to 14.55 Kilogram in 2024 (+72.4%), an average of +6.2% a year. The series high was 14.65 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 8.44 Kilogram in 2015.
What China Soybean Production per Capita shows
China Soybean Production per Capita was 14.55 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.7% on 2023. China’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a strong and generally upward agricultural trend, reflecting the expansion of domestic soybean cultivation and growing efforts to strengthen national production capacity.
A 42.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 6.21 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +23.8% in 2022.
Ranks 7 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, China ranks 7 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so China is below it.
Full series
China 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 | 14.55 | −0.7% |
| 2023Peak | 14.65 | +2.9% |
| 2022 | 14.23 | +23.8% |
| 2021 | 11.49 | −16.4% |
| 2020 | 13.74 | +8.1% |
| 2019 | 12.71 | +13% |
| 2018 | 11.25 | +4% |
| 2017 | 10.82 | +18.8% |
| 2016 | 9.11 | +7.9% |
| 2015 Trough | 8.44 | — |
Regional context
How China compares in Asia
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. China is highlighted.
1China14.55
2India10.43
3South Korea3.00
4Turkey2.06
5Japan2.04
6Indonesia0.802
7Vietnam0.457
8Thailand0.228
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.
Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity in China, supporting food processing, vegetable oil production, livestock feed, and the development of plant-based protein products. Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased substantially from 8.44 kilograms in 2015 to 14.55 kilograms in 2024, indicating significant long-term growth despite moderate fluctuations during the period.
Production per capita increased steadily during the early years, rising from 8.44 kilograms in 2015 to 9.11 kilograms in 2016 and reaching 10.82 kilograms in 2017. The indicator continued to increase to 11.25 kilograms in 2018 and 12.71 kilograms in 2019, demonstrating sustained improvement in domestic soybean output. Production rose further to 13.74 kilograms in 2020, supported by continued agricultural development, changes in cultivation patterns, and efforts to improve domestic supply.
A temporary decline occurred in 2021, when soybean production per capita fell to 11.49 kilograms. This reduction may have been influenced by weather variability, changes in crop yields, shifts in harvested area, or other agricultural production constraints. However, production recovered strongly to 14.23 kilograms in 2022 and increased further to a period high of 14.65 kilograms in 2023.
In 2024, soybean production per capita moderated slightly to 14.55 kilograms but remained substantially above the 2015 level. The latest value indicates continued strength in domestic soybean production despite minor year-to-year variation.
Overall, the dataset highlights the expanding importance and improving capacity of China’s soybean sector. It is valuable for analysing agricultural production trends, monitoring per capita output, assessing domestic supply performance, supporting market forecasting, and evaluating the influence of productivity, cultivation patterns, climate conditions, and agricultural policies on soybean production.
- Indicator
- Soybean 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 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 China Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
China Soybean Production per Capita was 14.55 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.7% on 2023.
How has China Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
China Soybean Production per Capita moved from 8.44 Kilogram in 2015 to 14.55 Kilogram in 2024 (+72.4%), an average of +6.2% a year. The series high was 14.65 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 8.44 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest China Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 14.65 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 8.44 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the China 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 China 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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