Lower over the period
Europe Wheat Production moved from 257.5 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 243.7 Million Tonnes in 2024 (−5.4%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 283.3 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 242.2 Million Tonnes in 2018.
What Europe Wheat Production shows
Europe Wheat Production was 243.7 Million Tonnes in 2024, down 9.9% on 2023. Europe remained one of the world's leading wheat-producing regions between 2015 and 2024, supported by extensive arable land, favourable climatic conditions, advanced agricultural technologies, and well-established farming systems. Wheat is one of the continent's most important cereal crops, serving as a staple food, livestock feed, and a key raw material for food processing industries.
A 14.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2018) is 41.08 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −11.1% in 2018.
France leads the region
Within Europe, France has the highest value in 2024 at 26.61 Million Tonnes, 10.9% of the regional total.
Country ranking
Wheat Production by country, 2024
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By region
Wheat Production by region
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Full series
Europe Wheat Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 243.7 | −9.9% |
| 2023 | 270.6 | −4.5% |
| 2022Peak | 283.3 | +5.2% |
| 2021 | 269.4 | +5.7% |
| 2020 | 254.8 | −4.3% |
| 2019 | 266.2 | +9.9% |
| 2018 Trough | 242.2 | −11.1% |
| 2017 | 272.4 | +8% |
| 2016 | 252.2 | −2.1% |
| 2015 | 257.5 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology.
Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
About this indicator
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
The region also plays a significant role in international wheat trade, with several countries ranking among the world's major wheat exporters. Throughout the decade, wheat production trends reflected changes in weather conditions, cultivated area, crop yields, and technological advancements.
France consistently remained one of Europe's largest wheat producers despite experiencing considerable year-to-year fluctuations. Production declined from approximately 42.75 million tonnes in 2015 to 26.61 million tonnes in 2024, mainly due to droughts, excessive rainfall, and other adverse climatic conditions affecting crop yields. Germany maintained relatively stable production but recorded a gradual decline from 26.55 million tonnes to 18.53 million tonnes over the same period. The United Kingdom produced between 9.66 million tonnes and 16.44 million tonnes, while Italy, Spain, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and the Netherlands also contributed significantly to regional output, although production varied annually depending on local climatic conditions. The remaining European countries collectively accounted for a substantial share of regional wheat production, highlighting the widespread cultivation of wheat across the continent.
Overall, Europe's wheat production remained resilient despite periodic declines caused by climate variability, rising production costs, environmental challenges, and changing market conditions. Continued investments in improved seed varieties, precision agriculture, mechanization, sustainable farming practices, irrigation systems, and agricultural research have strengthened long-term productivity. Supported by strong agricultural infrastructure, efficient supply chains, and export-oriented production, Europe is expected to remain one of the world's leading wheat-producing regions, contributing significantly to global grain supplies and long-term food security.
- Indicator
- Wheat Production
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Million Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Europe Wheat Production?
Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
What was Europe Wheat Production in 2024?
Europe Wheat Production was 243.7 Million Tonnes in 2024, down 9.9% on 2023.
How has Europe Wheat Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Europe Wheat Production moved from 257.5 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 243.7 Million Tonnes in 2024 (−5.4%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 283.3 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 242.2 Million Tonnes in 2018.
Which year had the highest and lowest Europe Wheat Production?
The highest value was 283.3 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 242.2 Million Tonnes in 2018.
What does the Europe Wheat Production data include and exclude?
Included: Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology. Excluded: Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
Where does the Europe Wheat Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Wheat&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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