Lower over the period
Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita moved from 9.98 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.52 Kilogram in 2024 (−14.6%), an average of −1.7% a year. The series high was 10.25 Kilogram in 2020 and the low 7.54 Kilogram in 2022.
What Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita shows
Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita was 8.52 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.3% on 2023. Ethiopia millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a relatively stable production trend with moderate fluctuations, reflecting changes in agricultural conditions, seasonal variability, and differences in annual crop performance. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita decreased from 9.98 kilograms in 2015 to 8.52 kilograms in 2024.
A 26.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2022) is 2.71 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −23.5% in 2022.
Ranks 6 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Ethiopia ranks 6 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so Ethiopia is above it.
Full series
Ethiopia 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 | 8.52 | −0.3% |
| 2023 | 8.55 | +13.3% |
| 2022 Trough | 7.54 | −23.5% |
| 2021 | 9.86 | −3.8% |
| 2020Peak | 10.25 | +5.3% |
| 2019 | 9.73 | +5.8% |
| 2018 | 9.19 | −2.2% |
| 2017 | 9.40 | −1.4% |
| 2016 | 9.53 | −4.5% |
| 2015 | 9.98 | — |
Regional context
How Ethiopia compares in Africa
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Ethiopia is highlighted.
1Niger141.9
2Mali81.09
3Burkina Faso39.54
4Sudan15.72
5Ethiopia8.52
6Nigeria6.66
7South Africa0.0989
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 period, production declined gradually from 9.98 kilograms in 2015 to 9.53 kilograms in 2016 and 9.40 kilograms in 2017. This reduction indicates variations in production levels influenced by agricultural conditions and changes in crop output.
During the middle period, millet production remained relatively stable with minor fluctuations. Production decreased to 9.19 kilograms in 2018 before recovering to 9.73 kilograms in 2019 and reaching 10.25 kilograms in 2020, the highest level recorded during the analysed period. This increase reflects improved production performance, favourable growing conditions, and stronger agricultural output during these years. However, production declined to 9.86 kilograms in 2021 and further decreased to 7.54 kilograms in 2022, representing the lowest point in the dataset. These fluctuations highlight the impact of climatic conditions, farming practices, and seasonal changes on millet production.
In recent years, Ethiopia’s millet production per capita showed partial recovery, increasing to 8.55 kilograms in 2023 before slightly declining to 8.52 kilograms in 2024. Although production remained below the peak level achieved in 2020, the recovery indicates continued millet cultivation and agricultural resilience.
Overall, the dataset highlights the fluctuations and resilience of Ethiopia’s millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024. It is valuable for analysing long-term agricultural trends, benchmarking production performance, forecasting future millet output, and evaluating the influence of climate conditions, farming practices, resource availability, and crop management strategies on millet production in Ethiopia.
- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- Ethiopia
- Region
- Africa
- 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 Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita was 8.52 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.3% on 2023.
How has Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita moved from 9.98 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.52 Kilogram in 2024 (−14.6%), an average of −1.7% a year. The series high was 10.25 Kilogram in 2020 and the low 7.54 Kilogram in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest Ethiopia Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 10.25 Kilogram in 2020 and the lowest was 7.54 Kilogram in 2022.
What does the Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia 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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