Broadly stable
France Beeswax Production moved from 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 (+0.2%), an average of +0.1% a year. The series high was 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 0.436 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What France Beeswax Production shows
France Beeswax Production was 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017, up 0.5% on 2016. France Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2017 highlights the production trends, output levels, beekeeping patterns, and key insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in France represents the annual quantity of beeswax obtained through apiculture activities and is measured in tonnes.
A 0.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2016) is 0.00220 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +0.5% in 2017.
Ranks 18 of 30 countries covered
Among the 30 countries in this dataset, France ranks 18 for 2017, behind India (23.97 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.50 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.7% of the global total in 2017.
Full series
France Beeswax Production by year
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017Peak | 0.438 | +0.5% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.436 | −0.3% |
| 2015 | 0.438 | — |
Regional context
How France compares in Europe
Beeswax Production by country, 2017, Thousand Tonnes. France is highlighted.
1Spain1.52
2France0.438
3Greece0.415
4Portugal0.324
5Bulgaria0.322
6Czechia0.301
7Italy0.0899
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
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.
About this indicator
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 provides country-level production statistics and reflects the performance of France’s established beekeeping sector during the selected period.Between 2015 and 2017, France maintained a stable level of beeswax production, with annual output remaining close to 437 tonnes. Production increased slightly from 437.5 tonnes in 2015 to 438.42 tonnes in 2017, demonstrating consistency in beeswax availability and indicating stable productivity within domestic beekeeping operations. The limited variation during the period reflects the maturity of France’s apiculture sector and the reliability of its hive management systems.French beeswax production is influenced by several factors, including honeybee colony strength, managed hive numbers, seasonal conditions, flowering patterns, and beekeeping practices. France has a long-established beekeeping tradition with contributions from both professional and small-scale beekeepers. Beeswax generated during hive construction, maintenance, and honey extraction serves as an important raw material for industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, candle manufacturing, food applications, and natural product industries.The indicator includes beeswax produced from domestic apiculture activities and covers annual production reported under the beeswax product classification. It excludes honey production, other bee products, imports, exports, consumption patterns, processing volumes, and economic valuation. Differences in reported production may arise due to variations in data collection methods, estimation procedures, colony measurements, and seasonal effects. Overall, France’s beeswax production reflects a stable and well-developed apiculture industry, highlighting the country’s continued role in European beeswax supply and natural product markets.**
- Indicator
- Beeswax Production
- Country
- France
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2017, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is France 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.
What was France Beeswax Production in 2017?
France Beeswax Production was 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017, up 0.5% on 2016.
How has France Beeswax Production changed between 2015 and 2017?
France Beeswax Production moved from 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 (+0.2%), an average of +0.1% a year. The series high was 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 0.436 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest France Beeswax Production?
The highest value was 0.438 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 0.436 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What does the France Beeswax Production data include and exclude?
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.
Where does the France Beeswax Production data come from?
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 2015–2017 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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