Higher over the period
Global Wheat Production moved from 737.8 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 798.5 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+8.2%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 808 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 730.7 Million Tonnes in 2018.
What Global Wheat Production shows
Global Wheat Production was 798.5 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 0.5% on 2023. Global wheat production demonstrated a generally positive growth trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the increasing importance of wheat as one of the world's most widely cultivated cereal crops. Wheat remains a staple food for billions of people and serves as a key raw material for flour, bread, pasta, bakery products, animal feed, and various industrial applications.
A 9.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2018) is 77.29 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −4.1% in 2018.
China leads among 27 countries covered
Of the 27 countries in this dataset, China, India and U.S. have the highest values in 2024 (140.1, 113.3, 53.65 Million Tonnes respectively).
Country ranking
Wheat Production by country, 2024
Million Tonnes. Sort by any column, or search for a country.
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Million Tonnes↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 140.1 | +2.6% | |
| 2 | India | 113.3 | +2.5% | |
| 3 | U.S. | 53.65 | +8.8% | |
| 4 | Canada | 35.94 | +7.6% | |
| 5 | Australia | 34.11 | +21.7% | |
| 6 | France | 26.61 | −26.1% | |
| 7 | Germany | 18.53 | −14% | |
| 8 | Argentina | 18.51 | +16.8% | |
| 9 | UK | 11.15 | −20.3% | |
| 10 | Egypt | 9.40 | +3.7% | |
| 11 | Brazil | 7.63 | −1.3% | |
| 12 | Spain | 7.15 | +76.5% | |
| 13 | Italy | 6.21 | −9.9% | |
| 14 | Denmark | 3.35 | −5.9% | |
| 15 | Sweden | 2.93 | +5.9% | |
| 16 | Mexico | 2.65 | −23.8% | |
| 17 | South Africa | 1.92 | −6.1% | |
| 18 | Chile | 1.19 | −7.8% | |
| 19 | Japan | 1.03 | −5.9% | |
| 20 | Saudi Arabia | 0.820 | −37.6% | |
| 21 | Finland | 0.759 | +1.4% | |
| 22 | Netherlands | 0.668 | −39.1% | |
| 23 | Israel | 0.0904 | −39.8% | |
| 24 | Nigeria | 0.0439 | −10.1% | |
| 25 | South Korea | 0.0374 | −27.9% | |
| 26 | Colombia | 0.00464 | −44.3% | |
| 27 | Thailand | 0.00132 | −0.1% |
By region
Wheat Production by region
Million Tonnes, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Global Wheat Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 798.5 | +0.5% |
| 2023 | 794.6 | −1.7% |
| 2022Peak | 808 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | 783.1 | +0.9% |
| 2020 | 775.8 | +2% |
| 2019 | 760.6 | +4.1% |
| 2018 Trough | 730.7 | −4.1% |
| 2017 | 762.1 | −0.4% |
| 2016 | 765.1 | +3.7% |
| 2015 | 737.8 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology.
Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
About this indicator
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Global production is influenced by climatic conditions, cultivated area, crop yields, technological advancements, irrigation infrastructure, government agricultural policies, and international market demand.
Worldwide wheat production increased from approximately 737.76 million tonnes in 2015 to 798.48 million tonnes in 2024, representing steady long-term growth despite periodic year-to-year fluctuations. Production increased to 765.08 million tonnes in 2016 before declining to 730.69 million tonnes in 2018 due to unfavourable weather conditions in several major producing regions. Global output recovered thereafter, reaching 775.80 million tonnes in 2020 and 783.12 million tonnes in 2021. Wheat production peaked at 807.99 million tonnes in 2022, supported by favourable harvests, improved crop yields, expanded cultivation, and continued adoption of advanced farming technologies. Although production moderated slightly during 2023 and 2024, output remained significantly above earlier levels, demonstrating the resilience of the global wheat sector.
Overall, global wheat production maintained stable long-term growth despite challenges such as climate variability, droughts, floods, rising production costs, and geopolitical uncertainties. Continued investments in high-yield seed varieties, precision agriculture, mechanization, sustainable farming practices, digital agriculture, and efficient water management have strengthened production capacity. Growing food demand driven by population growth and urbanization is expected to support continued expansion, ensuring that the global wheat industry remains a cornerstone of international food security and a reliable source of one of the world's most essential cereal crops.
- Indicator
- Wheat Production
- Region
- Global
- Unit
- Million Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Global Wheat Production?
Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
What was Global Wheat Production in 2024?
Global Wheat Production was 798.5 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 0.5% on 2023.
How has Global Wheat Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Global Wheat Production moved from 737.8 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 798.5 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+8.2%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 808 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 730.7 Million Tonnes in 2018.
Which year had the highest and lowest Global Wheat Production?
The highest value was 808 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 730.7 Million Tonnes in 2018.
What does the Global Wheat Production data include and exclude?
Included: Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology. Excluded: Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
Where does the Global Wheat Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Wheat&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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