Higher over the period
Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 33.34 Gram in 2015 to 34.96 Gram in 2017 (+4.8%), an average of +2.4% a year. The series high was 35.99 Gram in 2016 and the low 33.34 Gram in 2015.
What Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita shows
Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 34.96 Gram in 2017, down 2.9% on 2016. Germany’s poppy seed production per capita showed a relatively stable pattern between 2015 and 2017, with only modest year-to-year variation. According to the provided data, production stood at 33.34 grams per capita in 2015, increased to 35.99 grams in 2016, and then declined slightly to 34.96 grams in 2017.
A 7.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2015) is 2.65 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +8% in 2016.
Ranks 12 of 14 countries covered
Among the 14 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 12 for 2017, behind Czechia (1,902 Gram) and Croatia (679.4 Gram). The global figure for 2017 is 9.22 Gram, so Germany is above it.
Full series
Germany 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 | 34.96 | −2.9% |
| 2016Peak | 35.99 | +8% |
| 2015 Trough | 33.34 | — |
Regional context
How Germany compares in Europe
Poppy Seed Production per Capita by country, 2017, Gram. Germany is highlighted.
1Czechia1,902
2Croatia679.4
3Hungary394.9
4Spain253.9
5Austria204.5
6Turkey183.5
7Serbia146.9
11Germany34.96
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 overall movement indicates that Germany maintained a fairly consistent level of poppy seed production relative to its population during the period.
The increase from 2015 to 2016 suggests a temporary improvement in domestic poppy seed output on a per-person basis. However, the subsequent reduction in 2017 indicates that this increase was not fully sustained. Despite the decline, the 2017 level remained above the 2015 figure, pointing to relatively limited fluctuations across the three-year period. The data therefore reflects a stable production environment rather than a strong upward or downward trend.
Poppy seed production is part of Germany’s agricultural produce and contributes to the country’s broader crop production profile. Per capita production provides an indication of domestic output relative to population size, helping assess production intensity and changes over time. Germany’s relatively moderate per capita figures compared with several other European countries suggest that poppy seed production represents a smaller component of its agricultural output.
Between 2015 and 2017, Germany’s production trend was characterized by a short-term increase followed by a mild correction. The difference between the highest value in 2016 and the lowest value in 2015 was relatively small, reinforcing the overall stability of production. These figures can support assessments of Germany’s poppy seed farming trends, agricultural productivity, and changes in domestic production levels.
- Indicator
- Poppy Seed Production per Capita
- Country
- Germany
- 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 Germany 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 Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita in 2017?
Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 34.96 Gram in 2017, down 2.9% on 2016.
How has Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2017?
Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 33.34 Gram in 2015 to 34.96 Gram in 2017 (+4.8%), an average of +2.4% a year. The series high was 35.99 Gram in 2016 and the low 33.34 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Germany Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
The highest value was 35.99 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 33.34 Gram in 2015.
What does the Germany 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 Germany 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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