Falling to a series low
Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 311 Gram in 2015 to 231.6 Gram in 2023 (−25.5%), an average of −3.6% a year. The series high was 328.9 Gram in 2016 and the low 231.6 Gram in 2023.
What Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 231.6 Gram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022. Ethiopia linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural output, linseed cultivation trends, and changes in linseed oil production relative to population size.
A 29.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 97.34 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −13.8% in 2020.
Ranks 6 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Ethiopia ranks 6 for 2023, behind Belgium (10,681 Gram) and Germany (384.4 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so Ethiopia is above it.
Full series
Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
Scroll the table sideways to see all columns.
| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 231.6 | −1.2% |
| 2022 | 234.5 | −1.2% |
| 2021 | 237.4 | −1.3% |
| 2020 | 240.5 | −13.8% |
| 2019 | 279.1 | −8.9% |
| 2018 | 306.2 | +1.8% |
| 2017 | 300.9 | −8.5% |
| 2016Peak | 328.9 | +5.8% |
| 2015 | 311 | — |
Regional context
How Ethiopia compares across countries
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. Ethiopia is highlighted.
1Belgium10,681
2Germany384.4
3Denmark363.9
4Canada323.2
5Poland245.1
6Ethiopia231.6
7China224.5
8U.S.201.5
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production per person, helping evaluate production intensity, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of linseed-based products within Ethiopia’s food and agricultural sector.
During the period from 2015 to 2023, Ethiopia’s linseed oil production per capita experienced variations influenced by factors such as flaxseed cultivation practices, farming conditions, rainfall patterns, crop yields, agricultural technologies, processing capabilities, and market demand. The changes in yearly production levels reflect fluctuations in domestic output and the impact of agricultural conditions on linseed oil availability.
This dataset supports analysis of Ethiopia’s oilseed production landscape, vegetable oil supply trends, and the role of linseed oil within the broader agricultural economy. It provides valuable information for researchers, policymakers, businesses, and agricultural stakeholders studying production performance, resource utilization, and developments in the linseed oil sector.
The Ethiopia linseed oil production per capita indicator helps assess annual production fluctuations, agricultural efficiency, and long-term output patterns. By analyzing data from 2015 to 2023, stakeholders can gain insights into production changes, understand the influence of agricultural factors, and evaluate the evolving position of linseed oil within Ethiopia’s agricultural production system.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying Ethiopia’s linseed oil production trends, per capita output changes, and oilseed sector performance. It supports data-driven research related to agricultural planning, food industry analysis, supply chain evaluation, sustainable farming practices, and comparisons with other African and global linseed oil-producing countries.
The data also highlights Ethiopia’s role in the African linseed oil landscape by providing insights into production capacity, agricultural resource utilization, and market developments. It helps identify opportunities for improving farming efficiency, strengthening processing infrastructure, supporting sustainable production methods, and understanding future growth potential in the linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Ethiopia
- Region
- Africa
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
Cite this dataset
Using this data in a report, paper or presentation? Copy a formatted citation.
Copied
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 231.6 Gram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022.
How has Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 311 Gram in 2015 to 231.6 Gram in 2023 (−25.5%), an average of −3.6% a year. The series high was 328.9 Gram in 2016 and the low 231.6 Gram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 328.9 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 231.6 Gram in 2023.
What does the Ethiopia Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the Ethiopia Linseed Oil 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..2023&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
Need more data?
Get in touch with our research team
Need a longer historical series, a custom country set, additional dimensions, or a tailored dataset? Send us your requirement.