Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
Dominican Republic Beeswax Production was 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.7% on 2023. Dominican Republic Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights the trends, output levels, production patterns, and key insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in the Dominican Republic represents the annual quantity of beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies through apiculture activities, including commercial beekeeping and agricultural hive management practices.
Dominican Republic Beeswax Production moved from 1.05 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.8%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 1.05 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 0.0925 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +1.3% in 2019.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Dominican Republic ranks 12 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1.8% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 1.14 | +0.7% |
| 2023 | 1.13 | +0.7% |
| 2022 | 1.12 | +0.1% |
| 2021 | 1.12 | +0.9% |
| 2020 | 1.11 | +1.3% |
| 2019 | 1.10 | +1.3% |
| 2018 | 1.09 | +1.2% |
| 2017 | 1.07 | +1% |
| 2016 | 1.06 | +1.3% |
| 2015 Trough | 1.05 | — |
Regional context
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Dominican Republic is highlighted.
Data definition
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product 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 beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product 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 beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The indicator measures beeswax output in tonnes and provides a country-level assessment of production performance throughout the selected period.Between 2015 and 2024, Dominican Republic beeswax production demonstrated a gradual and consistent upward trend, increasing from approximately 1.05 thousand tonnes in 2015 to nearly 1.14 thousand tonnes in 2024. The steady increase indicates continued development of the country’s beekeeping sector, supported by favorable climatic conditions, availability of floral resources, and improvements in hive management practices. The growth pattern reflects the increasing contribution of apiculture activities to agricultural production and natural product supply chains.Beeswax production in the Dominican Republic is closely associated with honeybee colony health, beekeeping efficiency, environmental conditions, and the availability of suitable vegetation for nectar and pollen collection. The country’s tropical climate and diverse plant ecosystems create favorable conditions for maintaining bee populations and supporting stable beeswax generation. Beeswax obtained from hive maintenance and honey extraction activities contributes to industries such as cosmetics, candles, pharmaceuticals, food applications, and other natural product segments.The indicator covers domestically produced beeswax from commercial and agricultural beekeeping operations and includes annual output reported under the beeswax classification. It excludes honey production, other bee-derived products, international trade, consumption levels, processing activities, and market value analysis. Differences in reported figures may occur due to data collection approaches, estimation techniques, colony assessments, and seasonal changes. Overall, Dominican Republic beeswax production reflects a steadily developing apiculture industry with positive growth potential.
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Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product 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 beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
Dominican Republic Beeswax Production was 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.7% on 2023.
Dominican Republic Beeswax Production moved from 1.05 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.8%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 1.05 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 1.14 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 1.05 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Beeswax&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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