Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content.
Finland Linseed Production was 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023. Finland’s linseed production during 2015–2024 was influenced by the country’s climatic conditions, agricultural structure, and increasing interest in specialty oilseed crops.
Finland Linseed Production moved from 0.500 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 to 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+40%), an average of +5.8% a year. The series high was 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 0.400 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2019) is 0.300 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +42.9% in 2023.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Finland ranks 20 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.700 | 0% |
| 2023Peak | 0.700 | +42.9% |
| 2022 | 0.490 | +22.5% |
| 2021 | 0.400 | 0% |
| 2020 | 0.400 | 0% |
| 2019 Trough | 0.400 | −20% |
| 2018 | 0.500 | — |
Regional context
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Finland is highlighted.
Data definition
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Although Finland is not among the world’s largest linseed producers, the crop contributes to agricultural diversification and supports the production of value-added products such as edible oils, nutritional ingredients, animal feed, and industrial applications. Linseed cultivation benefits from Finland’s advanced agricultural practices, research-driven farming systems, and emphasis on sustainable production methods. The country’s cooler climate presents both opportunities and challenges for linseed cultivation, as crop growth and yield performance depend heavily on seasonal weather conditions, temperature variations, and suitable growing regions. Production levels are influenced by cultivated area, availability of suitable farmland, farming techniques, input costs, and market demand. Finnish farmers increasingly focus on sustainable agriculture, efficient resource management, and alternative crops that support environmentally responsible farming systems. The growing global demand for plant-based ingredients, functional foods, and natural oils provides potential opportunities for Finland’s linseed sector. However, challenges such as shorter growing seasons, limited production scale, and competition from other agricultural activities restrict large-scale expansion. Despite these limitations, Finland’s agricultural innovation and focus on quality-oriented production create opportunities for maintaining a niche position in the linseed market. Overall, Finnish linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects a specialized agricultural activity supported by sustainable farming practices and increasing interest in natural crop-based products. Future growth opportunities depend on improving crop varieties, enhancing cultivation techniques, expanding market demand, and increasing the utilization of linseed in food, health, and industrial applications.
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Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Finland Linseed Production was 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0% on 2023.
Finland Linseed Production moved from 0.500 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 to 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+40%), an average of +5.8% a year. The series high was 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 0.400 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
The highest value was 0.700 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 0.400 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2018–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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