Rising to a series high
Germany Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.329 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.56 Kilogram in 2024 (+373.9%), an average of +18.9% a year. The series high was 1.56 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 0.329 Kilogram in 2015.
What Germany Soybean Production per Capita shows
Germany Soybean Production per Capita was 1.56 Kilogram in 2024, up 2.2% on 2023. Germany’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a strong and sustained upward agricultural trend, reflecting the continued expansion of domestic soybean cultivation and increasing interest in locally produced protein crops. Soybeans are important for animal feed, food products, vegetable oil, and plant-based protein applications.
A 78.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 1.23 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +57.9% in 2016.
Ranks 17 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 17 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Germany is below it.
Full series
Germany Soybean Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 1.56 | +2.2% |
| 2023 | 1.53 | +6.5% |
| 2022 | 1.43 | +12.5% |
| 2021 | 1.27 | +17.7% |
| 2020 | 1.08 | +7.5% |
| 2019 | 1.01 | +42.9% |
| 2018 | 0.704 | −11.3% |
| 2017 | 0.794 | +52.9% |
| 2016 | 0.520 | +57.9% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.329 | — |
Regional context
How Germany compares in Europe
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Germany is highlighted.
1Italy18.97
2France5.99
3Germany1.56
4Spain0.228
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased substantially from 328.96 grams in 2015 to 1,558.80 grams in 2024, representing significant long-term growth despite minor fluctuations during the period.
Production per capita rose sharply from 328.96 grams in 2015 to 519.57 grams in 2016 and increased further to 794.19 grams in 2017. Although production declined slightly to 704.10 grams in 2018, the overall trend remained positive, indicating continued growth in domestic soybean production. The indicator exceeded 1,000 grams for the first time in 2019, reaching 1,006.47 grams, which reflected further improvements in cultivation and production capacity.
The upward trend continued in 2020, when soybean production per capita increased to 1,082.16 grams. Production rose further to 1,273.64 grams in 2021 and reached 1,433.05 grams in 2022, demonstrating consistent expansion in soybean output. These increases may be associated with wider adoption of soybean cultivation, improved crop management practices, favourable production conditions, and growing demand for domestically produced plant-based protein and feed crops.
Production per capita continued to increase to 1,525.76 grams in 2023 and reached a period high of 1,558.80 grams in 2024. The latest value was nearly five times higher than the 2015 level, highlighting the substantial development of Germany’s soybean sector.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates the strong growth and increasing importance of soybean production in Germany. It is valuable for analysing agricultural expansion, monitoring per capita output, assessing production performance, supporting market forecasts, and evaluating the influence of cultivation practices, productivity, and domestic demand on the soybean industry.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Germany Soybean Production per Capita?
Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
What was Germany Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Germany Soybean Production per Capita was 1.56 Kilogram in 2024, up 2.2% on 2023.
How has Germany Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Germany Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.329 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.56 Kilogram in 2024 (+373.9%), an average of +18.9% a year. The series high was 1.56 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 0.329 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Germany Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 1.56 Kilogram in 2024 and the lowest was 0.329 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Germany Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
Where does the Germany Soybean 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=Soybeans&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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