Falling to a series low
Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 2,121 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,245 Kilogram in 2024 (−41.3%), an average of −5.7% a year. The series high was 2,121 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 1,245 Kilogram in 2024.
What Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,245 Kilogram in 2024, down 5.9% on 2023. Guatemala’s sugarcane production per capita showed a declining trend between 2015 and 2024, although the country continued to maintain a strong position as a major sugarcane producer in Central America. The indicator reflects changes in agricultural output relative to population growth, production conditions, and sectoral performance.
A 41.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2024) is 876 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −24% in 2017.
Ranks 6 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Guatemala ranks 6 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Guatemala is above it.
Full series
Guatemala Sugarcane 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Trough | 1,245 | −5.9% |
| 2023 | 1,323 | −8.7% |
| 2022 | 1,448 | −0.2% |
| 2021 | 1,450 | −9% |
| 2020 | 1,594 | −8.7% |
| 2019 | 1,746 | +6.3% |
| 2018 | 1,642 | +4.8% |
| 2017 | 1,566 | −24% |
| 2016 | 2,061 | −2.8% |
| 2015Peak | 2,121 | — |
Regional context
How Guatemala compares in North America
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Guatemala is highlighted.
1Belize4,003
2Guatemala1,245
3Costa Rica806.9
4Mexico405.4
5U.S.91.51
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
According to the dataset, Guatemala’s sugarcane production per capita decreased from 2,120.57 units in 2015 to 1,244.56 units in 2024, indicating a gradual reduction in per capita availability despite the continued importance of sugarcane cultivation in the national agricultural economy.
During the initial years from 2015 to 2016, production remained relatively high, declining slightly from 2,120.57 units to 2,061.21 units. However, a significant reduction occurred in 2017, when production per capita fell to 1,566.41 units. This decline reflected changes in production conditions, variations in crop yields, and adjustments within the agricultural sector. A moderate recovery followed in 2018 and 2019, with production increasing to 1,642.28 units and 1,746.11 units respectively, supported by improved harvest performance and continued demand from sugar processing industries.
From 2020 onward, Guatemala experienced a prolonged decline in sugarcane production per capita. Production decreased to 1,594.09 units in 2020 and continued falling in subsequent years, reaching 1,450.44 units in 2021 and 1,448.08 units in 2022. The downward trend continued in 2023, when production declined further to 1,322.59 units, before reaching 1,244.56 units in 2024. Factors influencing this trend include variations in agricultural productivity, climatic conditions, production costs, and population growth affecting per capita calculations.
Overall, Guatemala’s sugarcane production per capita demonstrates the challenges of maintaining high agricultural output while balancing demographic changes and evolving market conditions. Despite the decline, sugarcane remains a strategically important crop supporting sugar production, exports, rural employment, and agricultural development. The indicator provides valuable insights into production efficiency, long-term crop performance, and sustainability trends within Guatemala’s sugar industry.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- North America
- 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 Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,245 Kilogram in 2024, down 5.9% on 2023.
How has Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 2,121 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,245 Kilogram in 2024 (−41.3%), an average of −5.7% a year. The series high was 2,121 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 1,245 Kilogram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 2,121 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 1,245 Kilogram in 2024.
What does the Guatemala Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Guatemala Sugarcane 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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