Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities.
Germany Honey Production was 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 5.9% on 2022. Germany Honey Production was 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 5.9% on 2022. Germany Honey Production moved from 23.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+35.9%), an average of +3.9% a year.
Germany Honey Production moved from 23.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+35.9%), an average of +3.9% a year. The series high was 34.10 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 19.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2020) is 14.50 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +74% in 2021.
Among the 29 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 12 for 2023, behind China (463.5 Thousand Tonnes) and Turkey (114.9 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1.6% of the global total in 2023.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 31.80 | −5.9% |
| 2022 | 33.80 | −0.9% |
| 2021Peak | 34.10 | +74% |
| 2020 Trough | 19.60 | −32.9% |
| 2019 | 29.20 | +21.2% |
| 2018 | 24.10 | +11.6% |
| 2017 | 21.60 | 0% |
| 2016 | 21.60 | −7.7% |
| 2015 | 23.40 | — |
Regional context
Honey Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Germany is highlighted.
Data definition
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region.
Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
The series high was 34.10 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 19.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2020. The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2020) is 14.50 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +74% in 2021. Among the 29 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 12 for 2023, behind China (463.5 Thousand Tonnes) and Turkey (114.9 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1.6% of the global total in 2023.
The long-term production pattern highlights Germany’s established and well-developed beekeeping industry, supported by advanced agricultural practices, organized apiculture networks, and favourable market demand for natural honey. Despite year-to-year variations, Germany has maintained a significant position within the European honey industry, with production influenced by environmental conditions, colony health, weather patterns, and availability of nectar-producing crops. Fluctuations during the period indicate the sensitivity of honey production to natural factors, particularly seasonal weather changes affecting bee activity and honey yields.
Germany’s honey sector includes production from commercial and small-scale beekeepers, with honey harvested from diverse floral sources across different regions. The industry contributes to agricultural sustainability through pollination services while supporting rural livelihoods and food supply chains. The decline observed in some years reflects challenges such as changing climatic conditions, reduced flowering periods, and pressures on bee populations. Overall, Germany’s honey production from 2015 to 2024 reflects a mature apiculture industry with strong production capacity, periodic fluctuations, and continued importance within the country’s agricultural landscape.
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Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Germany Honey Production was 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 5.9% on 2022.
Germany Honey Production moved from 23.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 31.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+35.9%), an average of +3.9% a year. The series high was 34.10 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 19.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 34.10 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the lowest was 19.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Included: Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region. Excluded: Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?pickerSort=asc&pickerMetric=entityName&Food=Honey&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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