Falling to a series low
France Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 92.43 Gram in 2015 to 77.46 Gram in 2017 (−16.2%), an average of −8.5% a year. The series high was 92.43 Gram in 2015 and the low 77.46 Gram in 2017.
What France Poppy Seed Production per Capita shows
France Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 77.46 Gram in 2017, down 12.5% on 2016. France’s poppy seed production per capita declined steadily between 2015 and 2017, indicating a gradual reduction in production relative to the country’s population. According to the provided data, production stood at 92.43 grams per capita in 2015, decreased to 88.54 grams in 2016, and declined further to 77.46 grams in 2017.
A 16.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2017) is 14.97 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −12.5% in 2017.
Ranks 10 of 14 countries covered
Among the 14 countries in this dataset, France ranks 10 for 2017, behind Czechia (1,902 Gram) and Croatia (679.4 Gram). The global figure for 2017 is 9.22 Gram, so France is above it.
Full series
France Poppy Seed Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Trough | 77.46 | −12.5% |
| 2016 | 88.54 | −4.2% |
| 2015Peak | 92.43 | — |
Regional context
How France compares in Europe
Poppy Seed Production per Capita by country, 2017, Gram. France is highlighted.
1Czechia1,902
2Croatia679.4
3Hungary394.9
4Spain253.9
5Austria204.5
6Turkey183.5
7Serbia146.9
9France77.46
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Poppy Seed Production per Capita — Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
The data includes domestic production of poppy seeds and expresses the output on a per capita basis using population data. It covers the countries and years selected in the Our World in Data Global Food Explorer and reflects agricultural production reported through the underlying food and agriculture datasets. The indicator captures changes in production relative to population size and supports comparisons of poppy seed production across countries and over time.
The data excludes poppy seed imports, exports, stocks, processing, consumption, and trade-related activities because the indicator measures agricultural production only. It does not represent individual consumption or availability of poppy seeds in a country. The per capita calculation does not measure farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, cultivated area, or production efficiency. Differences between countries may also reflect variations in agricultural conditions, reporting practices, population estimates, and production measurement methods."
About this indicator
Poppy Seed Production per Capita — Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
The figures show a consistent downward movement throughout the three-year period, with no year recording an increase.
The decline from 2015 to 2016 was moderate, while the reduction between 2016 and 2017 was more pronounced. This suggests that the decrease in France’s per capita poppy seed production became stronger toward the end of the period. By 2017, production was substantially below its 2015 level, indicating a noticeable contraction in output on a population-adjusted basis.
Poppy seed production forms part of France’s agricultural produce and contributes to its broader crop production activities. Per capita production is useful for evaluating changes in domestic agricultural output while accounting for population size. It provides an indication of how much poppy seed production is generated relative to the number of people in the country and helps identify changes in production intensity over time.
France’s data demonstrates a clear downward trend during 2015–2017. The overall reduction may reflect changes in cultivated area, agricultural productivity, crop yields, weather conditions, or other factors affecting poppy seed farming. However, the provided figures alone do not establish the specific cause of the decline.
Overall, France recorded a 15.0% decrease in poppy seed production per capita between 2015 and 2017, falling from 92.43 grams to 77.46 grams. The trend highlights a gradual weakening in per capita production during the period and provides useful information for assessing France’s poppy seed farming statistics and agricultural production trends.
- Indicator
- Poppy Seed Production per Capita
- Country
- France
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2017, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is France Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
What was France Poppy Seed Production per Capita in 2017?
France Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 77.46 Gram in 2017, down 12.5% on 2016.
How has France Poppy Seed Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2017?
France Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 92.43 Gram in 2015 to 77.46 Gram in 2017 (−16.2%), an average of −8.5% a year. The series high was 92.43 Gram in 2015 and the low 77.46 Gram in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest France Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
The highest value was 92.43 Gram in 2015 and the lowest was 77.46 Gram in 2017.
What does the France Poppy Seed Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of poppy seeds and expresses the output on a per capita basis using population data. It covers the countries and years selected in the Our World in Data Global Food Explorer and reflects agricultural production reported through the underlying food and agriculture datasets. The indicator captures changes in production relative to population size and supports comparisons of poppy seed production across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes poppy seed imports, exports, stocks, processing, consumption, and trade-related activities because the indicator measures agricultural production only. It does not represent individual consumption or availability of poppy seeds in a country. The per capita calculation does not measure farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, cultivated area, or production efficiency. Differences between countries may also reflect variations in agricultural conditions, reporting practices, population estimates, and production measurement methods."
Where does the France Poppy Seed 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=Poppy+seeds&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2017 and is reported in Gram.
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